Occupational Therapist
Company: SSM Health
Location: Monroe
Posted on: February 1, 2026
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Job Description:
It‘s more than a career, it‘s a calling WI-Monroe Clinic
Hospital Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Location: Monroe, WI
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist
to join our team in Monroe, WI. This is a great opportunity to work
in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality,
patient-centered care. Position Details: Schedule: Full-time | Day
Shift | 40 hours per week (Specific schedule to be determined based
on department needs) Sign-On Bonus: Available for qualified
external candidates Eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs
What We’re Looking For: A licensed Occupational Therapist in the
state of Wisconsin Strong clinical reasoning and communication
skills Flexibility to work variable shifts as needed If you‘re
passionate about helping patients achieve their highest level of
function and independence, we encourage you to apply. Job Summary:
Evaluates and treats patients with physical, emotional, cognitive
and/or psychosocial deficits. Job Responsibilities and
Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Assesses patient ‘s ability
to safely and effectively perform independent living skills.
Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency
of treatment. Implements the treatment plan using appropriate
modalities. Documents findings of patient progress. Monitors and
modifies the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as
necessary. Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient
deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy
services and provides information regarding appropriate
selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs. Oversees
the care provided by designated individuals according to
established regulations and practice standards. Works in a constant
state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as
assigned. EDUCATION Bachelor‘s, Master‘s or Doctorate degree in
Occupational Therapy, or related area as required to obtain
licensure in state of practice EXPERIENCE No experience required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing. Frequent lifting/carrying
and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent use of
hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear
alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent use of vision for
distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting,
squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing
25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving patients. Occasional use of
vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify
and distinguish colors. Occasional driving. Rare crawling. REQUIRED
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS Resuscitation
Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
(BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation
certifications may be required dependent on department. State of
Work Location: Illinois Occupational Therapist - Illinois
Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) State
of Work Location: Missouri Occupational Therapist - Missouri
Division of Professional Registration State of Work Location:
Oklahoma Occupational Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board State of
Work Location: Wisconsin Occupational Therapist (OT) - Wisconsin
Department of Safety and Professional Services Work Shift: Day
Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department:
4502000028 Occupational Therapy Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Benefits: SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a
comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental
Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental
leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on
FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered
through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members 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 SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health
does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion,
national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic
protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
Keywords: SSM Health, Oak Lawn , Occupational Therapist, Healthcare , Monroe, Illinois
