Occupational Therapist (Lead)

Beacon Health Options; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan with Employer

PTO

Tuition Assistance and ProfessionalDev

Continuing Education Opportunities

Wellness Programs and EAP

Career Advancement Opportunities

Collaborative leadership team

Job summary

Beacon Health System in Kalamazoo, Michigan is seeking a Lead Occupational Therapist to blend direct patient care with clinical leadership and staff development. You will guide rehab teams, ensure evidence-based practice, and drive operational efficiency while maintaining an active caseload.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled clinician and collaborative leader who mentors others and advances rehabilitation services across the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Occupational Therapist licensure.
• Current BLS/CPR Certification.
• Minimum of one year of occupational therapy clinical experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the delivery of high-quality occupational therapy services.
• Serve as a clinical resource for OT staff and interdisciplinary teams.
• Onboard, mentor, and develop rehabilitation staff.
• Evaluate and treat patients to maximize independence and outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and case management to coordinate care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's in OT

Master's in OT

Job description

Leadership Opportunity | Career Growth | Comprehensive Benefits

Beacon Health System is seeking an experienced and passionate Lead Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This leadership role offers the unique opportunity to combine direct patient care with team mentorship, clinical excellence, and operational leadership.

Why Join Beacon Health System?

At Beacon, we're committed to helping our associates thrive professionally and personally while delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance and Professional Development Support
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Wellness Programs and Employee Assistance Resources
• Career Advancement Opportunities within a growing health system
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team

Position Summary

The Lead Occupational Therapist provides clinical leadership while maintaining an active patient caseload. This role partners with department leadership to support staff development, ensure high-quality patient care, improve operational efficiency, and foster a culture of teamwork and excellence.

The ideal candidate is a skilled clinician, strong communicator, and collaborative leader who is passionate about mentoring others and advancing rehabilitation services.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership

• Lead and support the delivery of high-quality occupational therapy services.
• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, therapy standards, and evidence-based practice.
• Serve as a clinical resource for occupational therapists, therapy assistants, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Assist with onboarding, mentoring, and developing rehabilitation staff.
• Evaluate and treat patients experiencing functional limitations due to injury, illness, surgery, or neurological conditions.
• Manage complex patient cases and provide clinical consultation when needed.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on maximizing patient independence and outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, case management, and rehabilitation professionals to coordinate care.

Team Development & Operations

• Monitor and support staff performance and professional growth.
• Help coordinate daily workflow, scheduling, and patient care activities.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and departmental projects.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and patient-first culture throughout the therapy department.
• Support operational efficiency and productivity goals.

  Qualifications

  Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Current Occupational Therapist licensure.
  • Current BLS/CPR Certification.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of occupational therapy clinical experience.
  • Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  Preferred

  • Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Previous leadership, mentoring, charge therapist, or supervisory experience.
  • Experience in outpatient rehabilitation, hospital-based therapy, or multidisciplinary healthcare settings.

  Why Occupational Therapists Choose Beacon

  At Beacon Health System, our mission is deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart. We invest in our therapists through leadership development, continuing education, and opportunities for career advancement while empowering them to make a lasting difference in the communities we serve.

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