Occupational Therapist HHA

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO (front-loaded)

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking an Occupational Therapist for Home Health in Springfield, MO. You will perform in-home evaluations, develop treatment plans, and retrain nerve pathways to maximize functional movement.

Requirements include graduation from an approved OT program or NBCOT eligibility, MO OT license, and a valid driver's license. This full-time position offers a day shift with comprehensive benefits and potential sign-on/relocation incentives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Program; or Eligibility for NBCOT.
• National Registration Examination eligibility or equivalent.
• Two years OT experience and satisfactory grade on proficiency exam conducted, approved, or sponsored by U.S. Public Health Service.

Responsibilities

• Provides in-home evaluation, direction and application of Occupational Therapy Services.
• Retrain damaged nerve pathways and teach compensation utilizing remaining abilities.
• Coordinate care with patients and caregivers and ensure safety during home visits.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Education

OT program graduate / NBCOT eligible

Tools

MO OT License

Driver's License

Job description

Facility:

Home Support: 2240 W Sunset St, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department:

1526 Home Health CHAH

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Hours:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.




• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.




• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.




• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)




• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus


• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off


• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus

Job Description

Provides in-home evaluation, direction and application of Occupational Therapy Services to retrain damaged nerve pathways and/or teach compensation utilizing remaining abilities.

Education

• Graduate of approved Occupational Therapy Program; or Eligibility for National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association; or Two (2) years occupational therapy experience and satisfactory grade on proficiency exam conducted, approved, or sponsored by U.S. Public Health Service. (N/A if licensed or sought qualification as an OT after December 31, 1977.)

Experience

• Preferred: 1 year Occupational Therapy experience.

Skills

• Ability to provide reliable transportation as required by nature of position.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required: License of Occupational Therapy active in the state of Missouri


• Required: Active Driver's License