Occupational Therapist - 401(k) Match & Loan Support

Merit Health River Region Medical Center; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health River Region is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, and administer therapeutic interventions to improve daily living and work activities for diverse patients, from children to adults, as prescribed by a physician.

Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, documenting progress, collaborating with a care team, mentoring students, and ensuring accurate billing documentation while maintaining a safe, compliant clinical environment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist required.
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation facility preferred.
• OT – Registered license required in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and documents findings.
• Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provides therapy interventions and patient education with proper documentation.
• Reassesses patient progress and updates treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and rehab staff to improve outcomes.
• Mentors new staff and students in OT practices.
• Ensures accurate billing documentation reflecting services provided.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

EMR documentation

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Merit Health River Region is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, and administer therapeutic interventions to improve daily living and work activities for diverse patients, from children to adults, as prescribed by a physician.

Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, documenting progress, collaborating with a care team, mentoring students, and ensuring accurate billing documentation while maintaining a safe, compliant clinical environment.