Details Location: Wichita, KS
Facility: Ascension Via Christi, Rehabilitation Hospital
Department/Speciality: Occupational Therapy - Inpatient
Schedule: Day Shift l PRN | Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm with rotating weekends and holidays
Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.
Benefits
Retirement: 403(b) plan
Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat patients with physical, emotional, or cognitive deficits to restore independence and improve their overall quality of life.
Design and implement personalized care plans using advanced modalities to ensure every patient receives the most effective path to recovery.
Educate and empower families and caregivers by providing the tools and knowledge necessary for a safe and successful transition back to the home environment.
Collaborate and lead the clinical team by overseeing therapy assistants and technicians to maintain the highest standards of evidence-based practice.
Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. • American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. • Licensed Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
• Bachelors degree required. • Masters degree preferred.
Why Join Our Team
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together.
Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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