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Additional Information About the RoleAre you an Occupational Therapist interested in working with a collaborative rehab team? Barnes-Jewish Hospital in West County has a PRN OT opening. 5 weekend and 1 weekday shift minimum per quarter and 1 holiday per year. Acute care expedience and additional weekday availability preferred. OverviewBarnes-Jewish West County Hospital offers highly specialized surgical and medical services in an intimate environment and is known for outstanding patient care. With 64 private patient rooms, 14 operating rooms and four intensive care unit rooms, the facility was designed to provide a comforting environment that is innovative, efficient and centered on the patient experience. The campus features a park-like setting with landscaping and a walking path that winds through the grounds and connects to Millennium Park. The inpatient occupational therapy department of BJWCH provides rehabilitation services to patients within an acute care environment. Our staff of experienced, efficient occupational therapists and assistants communicate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers and work closely with patients to develop safe, personalized rehabilitation programs that aid the patient in performing the daily activities that bring purpose, meaning, and function into a person's life. Preferred QualificationsRole PurposeThe licensed or registered Occupational Therapist (OT) provides skilled occupational therapy services to patients including all aspects of evaluation and treatment. ResponsibilitiesEstablishes treatment plan and provides treatment, considering discharge needs; expected discharge functional status; and appropriate equipment and supplies.Educates, collaborates with, and conferences with patients, families, and other health care providers; making recommendations for referrals to specialists as needed.Delegates to assistants, techs, and students through written and verbal communication including determining the skill level or competency required to provide interventions to best meet the needs of the patient.Completes documentation in accordance with departmental policies.Provides assessment, reassessment, and/or consultations for Occupational Therapy Services.Minimum RequirementsEducationBachelor's Degree - Occupational Therapy (OT)ExperienceNo ExperienceSupervisor ExperienceNo ExperienceLicenses & CertificationsOccupational Therapist LicPreferred RequirementsEducationMaster's Degree - Occupational Therapy (OT) Benefits and Legal StatementBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire dateDisability insurance* paid for by BJCPension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC401(k) plan with BJC matchTuition Assistance available on first dayBJC Institute for Learning and DevelopmentHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal timeAdoption assistanceTo learn more, go to all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

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