Occupational Therapist - Acute Care (PRN)

Occupational Therapist – Acute Care (PRN)

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our acute care team on a PRN basis in Nashville, Tennessee. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced hospital environment while supporting a highly collaborative and experienced rehabilitation team.

This position is ideal for clinicians with prior acute care or inpatient experience who are looking for flexible scheduling while maintaining hands-on clinical practice in a high-acuity setting.

As Middle Tennessee's largest Level 1 Trauma Center, Vanderbilt Health provides the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population across ICUs, medical and surgical units, and the emergency department.

How You Will Make a Difference:

• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy evaluations and interventions for hospitalized patients
• Deliver care across a variety of inpatient units, including ICUs and emergency services
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Educate patients and caregivers on functional independence, safety, and discharge planning
• Document patient progress in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards
• Participate in departmental initiatives and support a collaborative team environment

Why Vanderbilt Health:

• Collaborative, team-based culture across rehabilitation and hospital departments
• Opportunity to work in a nationally recognized academic medical center
• Exposure to a wide variety of patient populations and clinical complexity
• Flexible PRN scheduling to support work-life balance

What We're Looking For:

• Licensed Occupational Therapist or eligible for licensure in the state of Tennessee
• Prior acute care or inpatient experience preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join a team where your expertise is valued and your work has a meaningful impact. Apply today to become an Occupational Therapist – Acute Care (PRN) at Vanderbilt Health.