Occupational Therapist, Amory Acute/Outpatient (Certified Hand Therapist Preferred)

North Mississippi Health Services; Amory (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Amory, MS is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess patients, develop comprehensive treatment plans, and coordinate care across rehab disciplines, including ADL training, cognitive therapies, and therapeutic exercises.

You will supervise COTAs and technicians, manage documentation, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining department productivity and timely billing. Strong collaboration and teaching skills are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• State license to practice OT in Mississippi or applicable location; upon hire.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Delegate authority to COTAs and technicians and oversee delegated care.
• Maintain department budget for equipment and supplies; ensure timely charges.
• Evaluate and establish treatment plans for patients referred to OT.
• Maintain productivity and ensure adherence to policies and regulations.
• Mentor new employees and serve as clinical instructor after one year.

Skills

Therapeutic exercise

ADL training

Cognition assessment

Clinical supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist, Amory Acute/Outpatient (Certified Hand Therapist Preferred) | North Mississippi Health Services | Amory, MS | Full Time, Day shift

We believe a career is more than just a career, it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

JOB SUMMARY

The Occupational Therapist at North Mississippi Health Services plays a crucial role in patient care and rehabilitation. They evaluate and establish treatment plans, ensuring competency in a range of areas such as therapeutic exercises, ADL training, and cognitive skills. This role also involves coordination with other healthcare professionals, adherence to regulations, and making clinical decisions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Supervisory:

• Delegates authority to COTAs and technicians.
• Provides supervisory visits according to state regulations.

Budget:

• Remains within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies.
• Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment and equipment.

Clinical:

• Maintains productivity level at department target.
• Evaluates and establishes treatment plan for any patient referred to Occupational Therapy.

Remains competent in the following areas:

• Evaluation.
• Therapeutic Exercise/Activity.
• ADL training.
• Cognitive skills.
• Wheelchair transfers.
• Splinting.
• Modalities as appropriate for OT.
• Attends and provides continuing education inservices.
• Serves as mentor for new employees.
• Serves as clinical instructor after one year of experience as a clinician.
• Completes documentation according to all regulations and in a timely manner.

Other:

• Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes.
• Regulation: Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statutes.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree | in Occupational Therapy | Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Must hold a state license based on facility location | Upon Hire | Required | And
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) | | Upon Hire | Required |