Occupational Therapist

IHA; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne seeks an Occupational Therapist with focus in hand therapy to evaluate and treat patients, aiming to maximize functional outcomes. The role requires licensure in Iowa and adherence to clinical and safety standards.

The clinician will develop tailored treatment plans, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the care team to support growth and recovery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy; Master’s preferred.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in Iowa (or eligible to practice via temporary license).
• Mandatory Reporter; BLS; FIM; valid IA driver’s license with acceptable MVR.
• No prior experience required for initial entry, though 1 year in hand therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers hand therapy evaluations and treatments.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans.
• Conducts patient assessments and documents progress clearly.
• Provides patient and family education on care and safety.
• Supervises support personnel and students; ensures infection control.

Skills

Patient assessment

Communication with patients

Clinical hand therapy techniques

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Description

Required: 1 year of experience in Hand Therapy

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Required: 1 year of experience in Hand Therapy

Position Purpose

Provides occupational therapy evaluations and treatments to patients to facilitate and maximize

functioning level as prescribed by physician. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and

performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of

MercyOne.

Essential Functions

• Administers treatment techniques competently.
• Conducts patient assessment.
• Develops treatment plans for patients.
• Communicates relevant patient information.
• Provides education to patients and families.
• Supervises and delegates duties to support personnel.
• Supervises students and volunteers.
• Based on principles of growth and development, provides care appropriate to the age related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.
• Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, Master’s preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Iowa (if waiting to take the examination for the first time, may practice with a Temporary License under the supervision of an Iowalicensed OT for a period not to exceed 6 months from the date the application was received in the board office for licensure by examination).
• Mandatory Reporter
• BLS
• FIM
• Valid IA driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) (required for Outpt Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Contract Therapy)

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.