What are the responsibilities and job description for the OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST-UP TO $5000 SIGN ON BONUS position at Steele Memorial Medical Center?
The staff Occupational Therapist (OT) is involved with direct patient care for of acute, swing bed (skilled), outpatient pediatrics, and traditional outpatient clients. The OT will abide by all responsibilities as outlined by their employment agreement with SMMC. The OT is a licensed professional who works with SMMC patients to facilitate health and well-being through engagement in occupation.
The staff Occupational Therapist (OT) examines each individual, develops a Plan of Care (POC), and uses treatment techniques to help their clients work towards a more independent life with the feeling of accomplishment. The OT continually reassesses the patients status and adjusts the therapy techniques as needed. The OT is also responsible for consulting with the patient or responsible person, the patients medical provider, and other agency personnel regarding the POC. The occupational therapy services are provided in accordance with providers referral and as defined by the occupational therapy standards of practice. The OT performs all duties in a professional and ethical manner, collaborating with the other members of the health care team, ensuring quality patient care.
The therapist must be a graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program. 3 years experience is preferred in the areas of outpatient pediatrics, outpatient general population, and acute/inpatient services.
Must have a current Idaho Occupational Therapist license, and must complete necessary CEUs required by the state of Idaho. Must maintain a current BLS certification. Membership in the AOTA is preferred but not required.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge along with ability to use search engines, Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel. Prior experience with the use of EPIC documentation system is helpful.
SMMC Employee Benefits
Medical Benefits
- PPO and HDHP/HSA Health Insurance Plans
Employer-Paid Insurances
- Life
- A ccidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Insurances
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Life and A ccidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Critical Illness
Health & Care Expense Accounts
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dependent/Child Care FSA
Paid Leave
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Cash-outs
- Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
- Jury Duty Leave
Retirement Plans
- 457 & Roth 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (Employee voluntary contributions)
- Profit-Sharing Plan (Employer matches contributions up to 3%)
Additional Benefits:
- Employee Events & Gifts
- Continuing Education Allowance
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Shift Differentials
- Direct Deposit
- Cafeteria Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Family & Medical Leave (FMLA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Military Service Leave
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)