Occupational Therapist (OT), Outpatient

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Type: Nonexempt, Part time

Schedule: Outpatient, Monday – Friday variable start times 0700‑1800, no holidays; Med/Surg inpatient weekend opportunities.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients and develops individualized treatment plans to enhance functional independence across acute hospital, acute rehabilitation, inpatient, medical‑surgical, and outpatient environments. This role delivers therapeutic interventions that support the performance of daily living activities, promote safety, and maximize patient participation in meaningful routines. The OT collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary team, educates patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies and equipment use, and ensures timely, accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and facility standards. The therapist maintains a safe treatment environment, demonstrates strong communication and clinical reasoning skills, and performs other duties as assigned to support high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

Benefits

• 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 with 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.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Occupational Therapy (OT) license in state of practice.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Rehabilitation or acute care experience preferred.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint 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.