Impactful OT in Diverse Care Settings

Mercy Home Health; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and leave

Tuition assistance and continuing ed

Job summary

Mercy Health, Springfield Regional Medical Center, seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to enhance patients’ daily living and work-related skills. The role involves conducting assessments, planning and delivering OT treatments, and documenting progress across outpatient, inpatient, pediatric, and off-site settings.

Responsibilities include reviewing referrals, developing individualized plans, creating adaptive equipment, and educating patients and families on home-based care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of current practice (required)
• BLS certification preferred on hire or within 30 days (BSMH) or at hire (RSFH)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar setting (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Review physician referrals and patient history to determine therapy needs.
• Conduct and document patient evaluations, re-evaluations, and treatment plans per department protocols.
• Administer prescribed occupational therapy treatments and create custom equipment.
• Develop programs for functional skills, vocational training, daily activities and motor skills.
• Monitor progress and adjust goals; participate in care conferences.
• Educate patients and families on at-home treatment procedures.

Skills

Age-specific care

Computer skills

Analytical abilities

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist (state license)

Job description

Mercy Health, Springfield Regional Medical Center, seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to enhance patients’ daily living and work-related skills. The role involves conducting assessments, planning and delivering OT treatments, and documenting progress across outpatient, inpatient, pediatric, and off-site settings.

Responsibilities include reviewing referrals, developing individualized plans, creating adaptive equipment, and educating patients and families on home-based care.