Occupational Therapist

Community Health Systems; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Student loan repayment

Paid time off

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Tucson is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, and administer therapeutic interventions that help patients perform daily living and work tasks. You will set patient-centered goals, reassess progress regularly, and maintain comprehensive documentation to ensure high-quality care.

The role is full-time during daytime hours, with qualifications including 0–2 years of OT experience, hospital or rehab setting experience preferred, and an active OT

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of clinical OT experience.
• Experience in hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred.
• OTR license and BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and documents findings accurately.
• Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable goals and documented interventions.
• Provides safe and effective therapy including therapeutic exercises and adaptive equipment training.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress and updates plans.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and rehab staff for coordinated care.
• Adjusts techniques to meet age- and condition-specific needs.
• Maintains clean, safe, organized treatment environments and equipment.
• Mentors new staff and OT students.
• Ensures accurate billing documentation reflects services.

Skills

Clinical OT experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

OTR license

BCLS certification

Job description

We are offering a $20K Sign On Bonus & $10K Student Loan Repayment

Why You'll Love Working Here!

• My Health - Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs
• My Future - PTO and Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement
• My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much more!
• Benefit eligible employees may qualify for up to $10,000 in Student Loan Repayment!
• $20,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Job Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' ability to perform daily living and work activities, as prescribed by a referring physician. This role involves establishing patient-centered treatment goals, reassessing progress regularly, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Schedule:Full-Time, Days

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• OT - Occupational Therapist - Registered issued by the state regulatory board required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and documents findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Develops individualized treatment plans that outline measurable goals and effective interventions, ensuring plans are well-documented and can be executed by other occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants.
• Provides safe and effective treatment interventions, including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, and patient education, with appropriate documentation for each session.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress, updating treatment plans as needed, and communicates changes to the care team and referring physician.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals, to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a coordinated approach to care.
• Demonstrates competency in administering treatment to a wide range of patient populations, adjusting techniques and interventions to meet age‑specific and condition‑specific needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients and staff, ensuring proper use and maintenance of all therapeutic equipment.
• Provides mentoring and orientation for new staff members and occupational therapy students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
• Ensures accurate and timely billing documentation that reflects services provided and complies with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.