Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job DescriptionFacility Name: Phelps Health Medical CenterPosition: Occupational Therapist (OT)Shift: Full-time DaysSchedule: 8:00am- 5:00pm, weekdaysSigning Bonus: $15,000Your experience mattersLifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Occupational Therapist (OT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.More about our team:Phelps Health Acute Care Occupational Therapy is an integral part of the inpatient care team, providing comprehensive occupational therapy services to adult and geriatric patients across medical, surgical, ICU, and specialty units. Our therapists collaborate closely with physicians, nursing, case management, and rehabilitation colleagues to promote functional independence, safety, and successful discharge planning. Our Acute Care OT team works in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that values teamwork, clinical excellence, and supports continuous learning and professional growth.We serve Rolla, Waynesville and the surrounding communities in south-central Missouri.What we're looking for: We are looking for a dynamic Occupational Therapist who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!Why join usWe believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, paid time off and 2 additional paid holidays (for a total of 8 holidays), offering added flexibility.Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.What you will do in this role:· Put your physical therapy skills to work where they're really needed - evaluate a patient's condition, develop a treatment plan, and help them get better, day by day.· You'll also instruct the nursing staff and the patient's families on follow-through programs that build on the progress they've made· Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records· Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements· Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs· Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition· Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws· Other duties as assignedQualifications:· Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program· Current and unrestricted Occupational Therapy license in the state where services are rendered· Current CPR certification· Strong organizational and communication skills· Accepting new gradsEEOC StatementLifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.