Occupational Therapist

Pruit Health; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

PruittHealth is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join Therapy Services in our affiliated facilities. You will conduct evaluations, develop plans, and provide evidence‑based OT treatments to help residents maximize daily living and independence.

The role requires a valid OT license in the state, ACOTE‑accredited degree, and NBCOT eligibility. You will document care accurately, follow policies, and collaborate with the care team to support resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid professional OT license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of ACOTE accredited school and eligible to take or has passed the NBCOT exams.

Responsibilities

• Complete evaluations, assessments, and treatments in accordance with policy and the individualized occupational therapy care plan
• Complete all documentation and records in a timely and accurate manner
• Follow established policies and procedures as related to the scope of practice
• Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care showing initiative and sound judgment
• Complete all required orientations, in‑services, and trainings successfully and in a timely manner
• Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor

Education

OT degree (ACOTE accredited)

Job description

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (OT)

THERAPY SERVICES

Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top priority! We're not only committed to your career, we're committed to the health and safety of all our therapists. Now is a great time to make a change and join one of the leading providers of post-acute care.

PruittHealth will help you conquer your career goals. At PruittHealth, we are searching for therapists who are committed to serving our residents with care and compassion, and in return, we are committed to supporting your therapy career through annual merit increases, career growth programs, preceptorship, and more.

Investing in Our Employee-Partners with Benefits

• Advanced pay option
• Annual merit increases
• Relocation opportunities
• Paid onboarding & orientation
• Preceptorship Program & hands-on training
• 24 / 7 direct hotline support
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Access to PruittHealth Foundation & PruittHealth University resources
• Comprehensive health plans

Responsibilities

• Complete evaluations, assessments, and treatments in accordance with policy and the individualized occupational therapy care plan
• Complete all documentation and records in a timely and accurate manner
• Follow established policies and procedures as related to the scope of practice
• Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care showing initiative and sound judgment
• Complete all required orientations, in‑services, and trainings successfully and in a timely manner
• Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid professional OT license in the state of practice
• Graduate of ACOTE accredited school and eligible to take or has passed the NBCOT exams (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy). If foreign-trained, must meet the same qualifications as U.S. educational program requirements

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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