Occupational Therapist

careers-primehealthcare; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, KS is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) for the Outpatient Rehabilitation team. This per diem role offers day shifts with some variability, providing comprehensive evaluations and individualized treatment plans to improve function and independence.

You will deliver one-on-one therapy in outpatient settings, collaborating with physicians and rehab staff to ensure safe discharges and evidence-based outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Current state OT license/certification required.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate required.
• NBCOT/AOTA/OTAC credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients to improve functional mobility, ADLs, safety and independence.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for medically complex adults and geriatric patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to support safe and timely discharge planning.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies and equipment use.
• Document evaluations, progress and discharge recommendations in the EMR.

Skills

One-on-one therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

State OT license/certification

Current BLS (AHA) certificate

NBCOT/AOTA/OTAC credentials

Job description

Overview

Department: Outpatient Rehabilitation- Occupational Therapy

Employment Type: Per Diem ( PRN)

Shifts Available: Days, Variable Shifts

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 6 pm

and Friday 7:30 am to 3:30 pm

Location: Providence Medical Center- Kansas City, KS

Join our Outpatient Rehabilitation Team and make a meaningful impact through patient-centered care. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide comprehensive evaluations and individualized treatment plans that help patients improve function, maximize independence, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

In this role, you will provide one-on-one therapy in a collaborative outpatient setting, treating patients with orthopedic, musculoskeletal, neurological, lymphedema, and pelvic health conditions. The ideal candidate is dedicated to evidence-based practice, functional outcomes, and exceptional patient care while partnering with physicians, rehabilitation specialists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver outstanding results.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but is not limited to):

• Evaluate and treat patients in an acute hospital setting to improve functional mobility, ADLs, safety, and independence


• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for medically complex adult and geriatric patients


• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to support safe and timely discharge planning


• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies and equipment use


• Document evaluations, progress, and discharge recommendations in the electronic medical record

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy


• Current state Occupational Therapy certification/license


• Current BLS (AHA) certificate

Additional Qualifications That AreaPlus:

• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy certification, AOTA and OTAC

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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