Occupational Therapist

Ascension Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Well-being program

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patient ability for independent living skills and to design personalized treatment plans. You will empower caregivers and manage the discharge process to ensure long-term success, while leading COTAs and technicians to maintain high clinical standards.

The role requires an OT/OTR credential, BLS certification, and a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or Doctorate preferred).

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or transfer date required.
• Registered Rehab Therapist (OTR) credentialed from TN Board of Occupational Therapy prior to hire/date transfer.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient ability to safely perform independent living skills, identifying barriers to daily life.
• Design and evolve personalized treatment plans to meet recovery milestones.
• Educate caregivers on patient deficits, adaptive equipment, and community resources.
• Manage discharge process to ensure tools/environment for long-term success.
• Lead and mentor COTAs and technicians to uphold high standards of practice.

Skills

BLS Certification

OTR credential

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or Doctorate preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
• Department: Rehabilitation Services
• Schedule: Day Shift l PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Evaluate patient ability to safely perform independent living skills, identifying physical and cognitive barriers to daily life.
• Design and evolve personalized treatment plans, utilizing advanced modalities to meet specific recovery milestones.
• Empower caregivers through education on patient deficits, adaptive equipment, and community support resources.
• Manage the discharge process with precision, ensuring patients have the tools and environment needed for long-term success.
• Lead and mentor Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and technicians to ensure the highest standards of practice.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Occupational Therapy (OT) credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 36.69

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