Occupational Therapist

Company: SSM Health
Location: Janesville
Posted on: January 9, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Occupational Therapist Overview: As an Occupational Therapist within our organization, you will assess and treat individuals facing physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial challenges, with the aim of enhancing their independence and overall quality of life. You will create and execute tailored care plans, provide education to patients and their families, and work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. This position primarily takes place in an outpatient therapy environment, catering to a diverse range of patients and offering numerous opportunities for professional growth and ongoing education. More than just a job, it's a vocation Employment Type: Regular Position Highlights: Become a part of our outstanding team of occupational therapists in Wisconsin! Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, we are dedicated to fostering your career development through mentorship, training, participation in clinical and career advancement programs, and a robust continuing education benefit. Our interdisciplinary teams work closely together, and you will engage with patients of various ages and backgrounds dealing with a range of orthopedic and neurological issues. Our facility also features advanced industrial rehabilitation areas, allowing you to elevate your skills to new heights! Preferred candidates should possess 1-3 years of outpatient therapy experience; however, we welcome new graduates with relevant fieldwork experience. This role requires a commitment of 40 hours per week, operating Monday through Friday at our Janesville Clinic. A sign-on bonus of $10,000 is available for qualified external applicants (with a two-year commitment to our organization). After six months of employment, you will be eligible to join our Clinical Ladder Program. Participation in our Career Ladder Program is also available. Our department offers a generous Continuing Education Benefit. Position Summary: Your role will involve evaluating and treating patients with various physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial challenges. Key Responsibilities and Qualifications: PRIMARY DUTIES Evaluate patients' abilities to perform daily living skills independently and develop suitable care plans, including treatment types and frequencies. Execute treatment plans using appropriate modalities, document patient progress, and adjust care plans as necessary while seeking consultations when needed. Provide education to patients and their families regarding identified deficits, assist with therapy discharge planning, and offer guidance on adaptive equipment and support programs. Supervise care provided by designated individuals in accordance with established regulations and standards of practice. Maintain a state of alertness and safety while performing duties. Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS A Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field is required for licensure in the state of practice. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS No prior experience is necessary. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Constantly standing. Frequent lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling objects weighing between 0-25 lbs. Regular use of hearing and speech for effective communication. Frequent auditory skills to detect body sounds and alarms. Regular visual acuity for both near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) distances. Frequent walking, reaching, gripping, and data entry tasks. Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting, and repetitive movements of the legs and arms. Occasional lifting and moving of objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional patient handling. Occasional visual tasks for distance judgment and color differentiation. Occasional driving. Rare crawling. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Resuscitation Certification: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Additional resuscitation certifications may be required based on departmental needs. State Licensure: Illinois: Occupational Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Missouri: Occupational Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Oklahoma: Occupational Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board Wisconsin: Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Work Schedule: Day Shift (United States) Job Type: Employee Department: DMG JANESV EAST OT Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefits: Our organization values its exceptional employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package tailored to meet their needs. Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: Our voluntary benefit through DailyPay allows eligible hourly employees instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: We provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Keywords: occupational therapy, patient rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, neurological conditions, orthopedic conditions, clinical care plans, patient education, adaptive equipment, healthcare, physical therapy

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