Occupational Therapist - Hernando, MS

Athletico Physical Therapy; Hernando (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generative AI Documentation Scribe

Continuing Education Allowance

Mentorship Programs

Residency Programs

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Athletico Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to evaluate, design, and implement individualized plans of care that improve function and enhance overall health. You will work under the Clinic Manager, supported by a collaborative team and a culture of continuous learning.

The position offers extensive benefits, residency opportunities, and a commitment to professional development, including AI-assisted documentation and mentors to support clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Current professional licensure as an Occupational Therapist or eligible based on state rules.
• Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and design a patient’s plan of care and service.
• Implement a plan of care to increase, maintain or restore function and improve patient health and quality of life.
• Collaborate with Clinic Manager and support a culture of teamwork, learning and growth.

Education

Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program

Job description

Position Overview

About Us:

At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapyisn’tjust about recovery;it’sabout transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.

Our mission is simple yet powerful:Extraordinary people improving lives.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Clinic Manager, the Occupational Therapist’s role is to evaluate, design and implement a patient’s plan of care and service. Each Plan of Care is created to increase, maintain or restore function, minimize or prevent disability, and assist patients in reaching their maximum performance levels – ultimately enhancing our patient’s health and quality of life. Athletico Physical Therapy provide our clinicians with a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and growth.

Unique and Competitive Benefits offered with this full-time position:

• New for 2026!Athletico clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe - purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve.
• Yearly Continuing Education Allowance, access to MedBridge and Athletico University, and an additional 5 days of PTO dedicated towards your Continuing Education
• Strategic Mentorship programs
• Leadership programs
• Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week
• 900 plus locations in 25 states (top notch care since 1991!)
• Residency Programs and more (Athletico will reimburse 100% of curriculum costs!)

Additional Benefits offered with this full-time position:

• Medical & Rx, Dental and Vision(eligibility begins day one of employment)
• HSA, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA
• Progyny Fertility Benefit
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Company Paid Basic Life / AD&D
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child)
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Long-Term DisabilityBuy-Up Option
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Adoption & Surrogacy Expense Reimbursement
• KinderCare Discount
• Legal & Credit Monitoring
• Student Loan Repayment Program (eligible clinicians only)
• 17 daysPTO (accrual startsimmediatelyupon hire)
• 6 Major Holidays off plus 2 floating holidays yearly
• 5 CEU PTO Days
• Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy benefits as an employee
• Bereavement Time Off & Resources
• Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
• Retirement 401(k) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
• SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
• HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
• Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Learn more by checking outour 2026Athletico's Benefits Summary.

Qualifications:

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program
• Current Professional licensure as an Occupational Therapist or license eligible based on the rules and regulations of the state you are applying
• Current CPR Certification

Athletico clinicians are energetic and service minded team players that provide exceptional patient care and service. State licenses must be maintained. All compliance standards must be completed as requested.

Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

Minimum Salary/Wage: USD $70,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary/Wage: USD$ 100,000.00 Yr.