Occupational Therapist (OT), Acute

Jackson Purchase Medical Center, Acute  

Occupational Therapist (OT) 

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Who We Are:  

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 107 all private bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility. From emergent to elective, our facility offers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including those offered at the New Beginnings Birthing Center, the Advanced Healing Wound Care Center and our accredited chest pain center.  

Where We Are:  

Mayfield is located in stunning western Kentucky, just a short drive to Kentucky Lake to the east, the Ohio River to the north, and the Mississippi River to the west. Here you find there is always something for all ages, whether it's outdoor sports and recreation, visual and dramatic arts, or even living history.  

Connect with our recruiting specialist:    

Please contact Melissa Gilbert by texting View phone number on apply.j-vers.com or schedule a time and date that works for you by clicking the link below.   

Why Join Us:  

We 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 and paid time off.  

• 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.  

Position Summary:  

The Occupational Therapist (OT) p rovides occupational therapy services to patients needing to develop, recover and maintain occupational skills.  

• Assesses patient's ability to safely and effectively perform occupational skills.  

• Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.  

• Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.  

• Documents subjective and objective 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 treatment setting.  

• Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.  

• Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards.  
   

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy Required  

• State Licensure for Occupational Therapy  

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.  

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.  

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.  
   

EEOC Statement:  

Jackson Purchase Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.  

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