Inpatient Occupational Therapist - Impactful On-Site Role

University of Missouri Health Care; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Retirement plans with employer match

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

MU Health Care in Jefferson City, MO is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our inpatient Therapy Services team. This on-site role focuses on evaluating and advancing patient independence in activities of daily living, with collaboration across a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with weekend rotation, a strong benefits package, and a base pay range of $68,266 to $111,426 per year, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• OT licensure by Missouri Board of Occupational Therapy or OT Compact multi-state privilege.
• OT Limited permit holders must be a graduate of an OT program.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations to assess functional status and rehabilitation potential.
• Develop individual therapy plans based on evaluation findings and patient goals.
• Implement evidence-based interventions to improve daily living activities and safety.
• Document evaluations, plans, and progress per policies and standards.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to coordinate services.
• Maintain licensure requirements and adhere to ethics and Missouri Practice Act.

Job description

MU Health Care in Jefferson City, MO is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our inpatient Therapy Services team. This on-site role focuses on evaluating and advancing patient independence in activities of daily living, with collaboration across a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with weekend rotation, a strong benefits package, and a base pay range of $68,266 to $111,426 per year, depending on experience.