IP Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Therapy - Full Time

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Front-loaded PTO 80 hours

Clinical ladder

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the Acute Therapy South unit in Springfield, MO. You will work in a fast-paced inpatient setting across ICU/medical-surgical floors, focusing on mobility, pain relief, and functional independence. A mentorship program supports new graduates and those new to acute care.

Active Missouri OT licensure is required. Benefits include a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance, with opportunities for clinical ladder advancement and front-loaded PTO.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active Missouri licensure for Occupational Therapy required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients to minimize disability and develop skills for independence in inpatient care.
• Plan and implement prevention, habilitation, or rehabilitation services including counseling.
• Communicate care details to the patient care team regarding treatment, discharge, and next level of care.
• Collaborate within a fast-paced, team-oriented acute care environment.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work ethic

Professional growth

Education

Accredited OT program

Masters or Doctorate preferred

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1089 Acute Therapy SouthScheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours:8:00 AM - 4:30 PMWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).BenefitsMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealthJob Description:Overview of Unit/DepartmentAcute Care at Cox South Hospital’s main campus is a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where therapists make a meaningful impact every day. Working across units like the ICU and medical-surgical floors, you’ll gain diverse clinical experience while continuing to grow your skills. We offer a strong mentorship program to support new graduates and those new to acute care, along with a collaborative culture where teamwork is key. It’s a great place to learn, feel supported, and build a rewarding career.Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates• Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus• Up to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus• Clinical Ladder up to $5,000Job SummaryAn Occupational Therapist assists patients with minimizing disability and developing skills and attitudes to increase independent functioning in an inpatient setting. Patients are referred for medical and educational services as indicated. Responsible for planning and implementing prevention, habilitation, or rehabilitation services including counseling and orientation that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for communication of care to patient care team regarding, treatment, equipment, discharge, and next level of care. An Occupational Therapist assists patients with minimizing disability and developing skills and attitudes to increase independent functioning. Patients are referred for medical and educational services as indicated. Responsible to plan and implement prevention, habilitation, or rehabilitation services including counseling and orientation that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.Job RequirementsEducation: Required: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program Preferred: Masters or Doctorate from an accredited program of Occupational TherapyExperience: No prior experience requiredSkills: Good clinical expertise, communication skills, human relations skills and organizational skills required. Self-motivated individual who can work independently with little direct supervision required Has demonstrated interest in professional growth by attendance at continuing education workshops, and applications of new principles and/or techniques.Licensure/Certification/Registration: Required: Active Missouri licensure for Occupational Therapy. (Limited permits not accepted)