Occupational Therapist I-Inpatient Therapy

Kettering Health; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist I at the Main Campus to deliver evidence-based OT services and support patients across the care continuum. You will conduct assessments, create individualized plans, and help patients improve daily living and work skills.

You will educate patients and families, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and ensure care aligns with the B Safe program and mission. A master's is preferred, with a license current in Ohio and NBCOT certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy preferred; however, bachelors with OT license acceptable.
• Current and valid OT license issued by the Ohio Board before start date.
• NBCOT certification completed.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy services across care continuum.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Support patients to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills.
• Educate patients and families on rehabilitation strategies and safety.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Clinical assessment

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Main Campus l Kettering l Full-time l Days

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Occupational Therapist I delivers evidence-based occupational therapy services to patients across the care continuum, focusing on comprehensive assessment, individualized treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. This role supports patients in achieving optimal independence and functional outcomes, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and educating patients and families on rehabilitation strategies to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program. Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program preferred. However, bachelors with current OT lisensure acceptable. Completion of required clinical fieldwork as part of an accredited occupational therapy program Current and valid Occupational Therapist license issued by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board prior to start date. Successful completion of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain during orientation period.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate in Occupational Therapy Prior experience as an occupational therapist or in a healthcare setting Active National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification (if not required for licensure renewal)