Occupational Therapist

Clinical Management Consultants; Arizona; On-site; USD 95,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Employer retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Continuing education support

Professional development and growth

Job summary

Clinical Management Consultants seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist for a community-focused hospital in southeastern Arizona. The role spans acute care rehabilitation and outpatient therapy, with a diverse patient population and a collaborative rehabilitation team.

You will influence patient progression, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary care coordination, while working with supportive leadership, reasonable caseloads, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist with experience in acute care and outpatient rehabilitation.
• Ability to collaborate with physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nursing, and physicians.
• Participation in care planning, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary coordination.

Responsibilities

• Influence patient progression, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary care coordination.
• Mentor newer clinicians when appropriate and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.

Job description

An exceptional opportunity is available for an experienced Occupational Therapist seeking meaningful clinical impact within a community-centered, patient-focused environment. This role offers the rare combination of flexible patient population, collaborative rehabilitation team, modern therapy equipment, patient-centered care, and a community-focused hospital-an ideal setting for a Registered Occupational Therapist who values autonomy, variety, and professional respect.

The healthcare organization offers a stable, well-supported practice environment where rehabilitation professionals are trusted as clinical experts. Leadership maintains a visible presence and prioritizes therapist engagement, manageable caseloads, and thoughtful onboarding. Providers benefit from strong interdisciplinary collaboration and consistent staffing within a culture that values accountability, compassion, and long-term career growth. Clinicians here are empowered to shape treatment approaches while contributing to a broader mission centered on high-quality, accessible care.

Within Rehabilitation Services, the Occupational Therapist practices across acute care rehabilitation and outpatient therapy settings, engaging a diverse patient population that spans orthopedic recovery, neurological conditions, post-surgical rehabilitation, and functional mobility restoration. The workflow emphasizes coordinated care planning with physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nursing, and physicians. Therapists are encouraged to bring clinical creativity to individualized treatment plans while leveraging modern therapy equipment designed to optimize outcomes. The environment supports thoughtful scheduling, collaborative case review, and direct involvement in care progression decisions, making this an ideal setting for a Staff Occupational Therapist or Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist who thrives in a dynamic yet structured clinical space.

The Occupational Therapist reports to experienced rehabilitation leadership and works in close partnership with nursing leaders, case management, and medical staff. This role carries meaningful influence over patient progression, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary care coordination. Therapists participate in performance improvement initiatives, mentor newer clinicians when appropriate, and contribute insight to operational discussions that enhance efficiency and patient satisfaction. Executive leadership values frontline input, creating a setting where clinical expertise directly informs organizational priorities.

Located in a historic mountain community in southeastern Arizona, the region offers striking high-desert landscapes, four-season outdoor recreation, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Residents enjoy hiking, biking, and exploration of nearby mountain trails, along with a growing arts presence and locally owned dining. The area provides attainable housing, minimal commute times, and a close-knit community feel-ideal for professionals seeking both lifestyle balance and natural beauty.

The position offers a competitive compensation range of 95,370-125,790 along with comprehensive healthcare benefits, retirement plans with employer contribution, generous paid time off, and continuing education support. Professional development and leadership growth are actively encouraged for those looking to expand their scope over time.

• comprehensive healthcare benefits
• retirement plans with employer contribution
• generous paid time off
• continuing education support
• Professional development and leadership growth