Occupational Therapist

4 weeks ago

St Louis, Missouri, United States Washington University in St. Louis Full time
Job Summary

The Milliken Hand Rehabilitation Center at Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a full-time occupational therapist with expertise in hand therapy and custom orthotic fabrication. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will work closely with orthopedic and plastic surgeons to provide exceptional, direct 1:1 care for patients with a wide range of hand and upper extremity conditions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy evaluation and treatment services in a hand/upper extremity therapy clinic, including follow-up services to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Fabricate custom orthoses and plan for 8-10 clinical visits per day.
  • Complete all aspects of clinical documentation, including billing and assigned documentation.
  • Record evaluations, goals, treatment plans, client responses, and progressive changes in the client's record according to established protocols and departmental policies.
  • Collaborate with physicians, other healthcare practitioners, families, and caregivers to obtain additional information, suggest revisions to the treatment program, and coordinate occupational therapy intervention with other care providers.
  • Orient, instruct, and direct occupational therapy assistants and students in patient-related activities as assigned.
  • Participate in program development and implementation activities as assigned.
  • Participate in performance and quality improvement initiatives as assigned.
Working Conditions

Demonstrate current knowledge and application of safety issues, particularly as applied to body mechanics. Ability to lift 10 pounds from floor to waist and carry 10 pounds for short distances, push and pull occasionally with moderate force, and coordinate hand movements to write, type, manipulate folders, and client body parts.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or CPR St. Louis.
  • Occupational Therapist licensure in Illinois and Missouri.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Documented experience practicing hand/upper extremity therapy or completing a Level II Fieldwork experience in a hand/upper extremity setting under the supervision of a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT).
  • Documented experience fabricating custom orthoses.
  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
Benefits

Washington University in St. Louis offers a competitive benefits package, including up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. We also provide competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Additionally, we offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

Eligible employees also receive a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child and provide family care resources for continued childcare needs. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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