Occupational Therapist (OT)

$15,000 Commitment Bonus with a 2-year commitment! Schedule: Full time, Days About Haywood Regional Hospital Haywood Regional Hospital 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 joining our team, you’ll embrace 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. Our Team Join our rehabilitation team of over 50 clinicians (physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech language pathology) with the opportunity to work in one of our three outpatient locations and/or an acute care hospital with 154 beds. Our featured hospital units include medical surgical, same day surgery, intensive care unit, progressive care unit, behavioral health unit, emergency department and women's services. At Haywood Rehabilitation, we value excellent patient care that ensures optimal outcomes, a collaborative team environment and a culture of respect. We employ a variety of specialty‑trained clinicians and feature one‑on‑one patient care. We offer flexibility that may include non‑traditional schedules to best meet patient and employee needs. How You'll Contribute Assume responsibility and accountability for the care of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians and occupational therapy students. May orient staff and students and assume supervisory duties when appropriate. Assess patients’ needs; identify and initiate appropriate occupational therapy interventions; work cooperatively with other patient team personnel to maintain professional standards and interdisciplinary teamwork. Observe and evaluate treatment effect and achievement of short‑ and long‑term goals. Recommend change to physician when needed. Perform an appropriate assessment on each patient and conduct reassessments as per policy; perform accurate and timely QI scoring. Population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services. Assess patient pain that interferes with optimal level of function and participation in rehabilitation; make appropriate interventions to reduce pain and contact physician when necessary. Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes safety and reduces likelihood of medical/health‑care errors. Other duties as assigned. Why Join Us Comprehensive benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage – with plans starting at just $10 per pay period – tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more. Financial protection & PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Career growth: higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match. 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. Health & fitness center access: . What We're Looking For Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire. ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire. One year of experience preferred. ASLS certification preferred. More About Haywood Regional Medical Center Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is a 154‑bed acute hospital and includes 11 multi‑specialty clinics that have been offering exceptional care to the Haywood County community for over 97 years. The campus, located in Clyde, also houses the 54,000‑square‑foot Haywood Regional Health & Fitness Center, and the 44,000‑square‑foot Outpatient Care Center. HRMC operates two urgent‑care centers in the county. We are proud to be recognized for an "A" hospital safety grade from The Leapfrog Group, The Joint Commission National Quality Approval, Screening Center of Excellence with Lung Cancer Alliance, accredited Chest Pain Center from the American College of Cardiology, and Center of Excellence from Addario Lung Cancer Foundation. EEOC Statement Haywood Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Haywood Regional Medical is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Job Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr