Occupational Therapist

Jobot; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Outpatient setting

One-on-one patient care

Job summary

Jobot in East Tennessee is seeking two full-time Occupational Therapists to join our rehabilitation team. The majority of the role is outpatient OT for pediatric and adult patients, with pediatrics as a priority.

We emphasize one-on-one patient care in a collaborative environment where therapists build meaningful relationships with patients. The position offers flexible daytime hours, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and strong benefits with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Tennessee OT license or eligibility.
• 2+ years experience preferred; strong new grads encouraged to apply.
• Pediatric OT experience highly desirable.
• Adult outpatient experience preferred.
• Orthopedic and/or post-operative experience is a plus.
• Modality certification is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.
• Provide one-on-one therapy to pediatric and adult patients.
• Help patients improve functional abilities, independence, and overall quality of life.
• Treat a variety of outpatient diagnoses and conditions.
• Work with pediatric patients on developmental and functional goals.
• Provide orthopedic and post-operative rehabilitation as appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, families, and other care-team members.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans; educate patients and families.

Skills

Pediatric OT experience

Strong communication

Patient-centered care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Tools

Modality certification

Job description

Job Details

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | $10,000 Sign-On Bonus | Up to $102K+ Based on Experience

Salary: $36.55 - $49.34 per hour

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ellie Staver

A bit about us

We are a well-established healthcare organization in East Tennessee seeking two full-time Occupational Therapists to join our growing rehabilitation team.

This opportunity is primarily focused on outpatient occupational therapy, working with a mix of pediatric and adult patients. Pediatrics is an important area of need for the department, making this an especially strong opportunity for an OT who enjoys working with children or would like to expand their pediatric experience.

Our rehabilitation team emphasizes individualized, one-on-one patient care in a collaborative environment where therapists have the ability to build meaningful relationships with their patients.

Why join us

• $10,000 sign-on bonus
• Competitive compensation of approximately 76K-103K, based on experience
• Full-time, Monday-Friday schedule
• Flexible daytime hours, generally around 8:00 AM-4:00 PM or 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Primarily outpatient setting
• One-on-one patient care
• Mix of pediatric and adult patients
• Experienced OT team available for training and support
• Strong medical, dental, and additional benefit options
• Experienced therapists and confident new graduates are both encouraged to apply
• Great opportunity for someone looking to relocate to beautiful East Tennessee
• Convenient access to the Smoky Mountains and some of the region's best hiking, lakes, and outdoor recreation

Job Description

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in East Tennessee.

The majority of this position will focus on outpatient care, treating both pediatric and adult patients. Pediatric experience is particularly desirable due to the current needs of the department.

There may also be occasional opportunities to assist with hospital or senior-care coverage. Prior experience in these areas is not required, as experienced team members are available to provide training and support.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans
• Provide one-on-one therapy to pediatric and adult patients
• Help patients improve functional abilities, independence, and overall quality of life
• Treat a variety of outpatient diagnoses and conditions
• Work with pediatric patients on developmental and functional goals
• Provide orthopedic and post-operative rehabilitation as appropriate
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, families, and other members of the care team
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans when necessaryEducate patients and families regarding treatment plans and continued care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current or eligible Tennessee Occupational Therapist license
• Pediatric OT experience highly desirable
• Adult outpatient experience preferred
• Orthopedic and/or post-operative experience is a plus
• Modality certification is a plus
• 2+ years of experience preferred, but strong new graduates are encouraged to apply
• Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.