IP Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Therapy - Part Time

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Front-loaded PTO up to 40 hours

Relocation bonus up to $3,000

Clinical ladder up to $5,000

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield, MO seeks an Occupational Therapist for acute care. You will evaluate and treat patients in the ICU and medical-surgical units, guiding rehabilitation plans and disposition decisions.

Role emphasizes teamwork, mentorship for new grads, and growth through our clinical ladder. Missouri OT licensure and BLS within 90 days are required.

Qualifications

• Required: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Preferred: Masters or Doctorate in OT from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients in the acute medical setting.
• Provide rehabilitation services spanning ADLs, mobility, and adaptive equipment guidance.
• Collaborate across units (ICU, trauma, cardiology, neurology, ortho) to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate in rotation and ongoing mentorship for new graduates.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Organization

Self-motivated

Professional development

Education

Accredited OT program

Masters/Doctorate in OT

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1089 Acute Therapy South Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Work 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).

Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Job Description

Job Description: Overview of Unit/Department Acute 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 $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
• Clinical Ladder up to $5,000

Job Summary

An Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates and treats patients in the acute medical setting. The OT treats patients of all ages as ordered immediately post trauma, surgery, acute medical event or exacerbation. Acute Care OT assist patients in reaching their highest level of independence in activities of daily living. OT staff make recommendations for the next level of care as well as adaptive equipment needed. OT staff plan and implement prevention, habilitation, and rehabilitation services including counseling and orientation for mobility, pain relief, increasing strength, and/or improving or correcting disabling conditions. Occupational therapists participate in a rotation approximately every 3 months in the following medical units: medical ICU’s, trauma, cardiology, medical/surgical, oncology, neurology, and orthopedic. Specialty areas for Occupational Therapists include: splinting, visual perception, wound care, lymphedema, pediatrics, perinatal and neonatal care.

Job Requirements

• Education
  • Required: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program
  • Preferred: Masters or Doctorate from an accredited program of Occupational Therapy
• Experience
  • No prior experience required
• Skills
  • 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)
  • Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire

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OUR MISSION

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION

To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES

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CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep the Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.