Occupational Therapist: Lead Rehab & Discharge (Nashville)

Ascension Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Well-being program

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patient ability for independent living skills and to design personalized treatment plans. You will empower caregivers and manage the discharge process to ensure long-term success, while leading COTAs and technicians to maintain high clinical standards.

The role requires an OT/OTR credential, BLS certification, and a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or Doctorate preferred).

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or transfer date required.
• Registered Rehab Therapist (OTR) credentialed from TN Board of Occupational Therapy prior to hire/date transfer.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient ability to safely perform independent living skills, identifying barriers to daily life.
• Design and evolve personalized treatment plans to meet recovery milestones.
• Educate caregivers on patient deficits, adaptive equipment, and community resources.
• Manage discharge process to ensure tools/environment for long-term success.
• Lead and mentor COTAs and technicians to uphold high standards of practice.

Skills

BLS Certification

OTR credential

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or Doctorate preferred

Job description

Ascension Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patient ability for independent living skills and to design personalized treatment plans. You will empower caregivers and manage the discharge process to ensure long-term success, while leading COTAs and technicians to maintain high clinical standards.

The role requires an OT/OTR credential, BLS certification, and a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or Doctorate preferred).