Occupational Therapist (OT)

Lifepoint Health®; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) retirement package and company match

Mental health services

Free gym memberships

Discount programs

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Rolla, Missouri, is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join their team. In this full-time role, you will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and document care. The position offers supportive benefits including tuition assistance, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Occupational Therapy, a valid license in Missouri, and strong communication skills. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Occupational Therapy license in Missouri.
• Current CPR certification.
• Accepting new grads.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate a patient's condition and develop treatment plans.
• Instruct nursing staff and patient families on follow-through programs.
• Document patient care in accordance with requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Job description

Facility Name: Phelps Health Medical Center

Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)

Shift: Full-time Days

Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm, weekdays

Your Experience Matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Occupational Therapist (OT) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Phelps Health Outpatient Therapy Services is a full‑service rehabilitation center for pediatric patients, adolescents and adults, including physical, occupational and speech therapy. We serve Rolla, Waynesville and the surrounding communities in south‑central Missouri.

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What we're looking for

We are looking for a dynamic Occupational Therapist who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What You Will Do In This Role

• Put your physical therapy skills to work where they’re really needed – evaluate a patient’s condition, develop a treatment plan, and help them get better, day by day.
• You’ll also instruct the nursing staff and the patient’s families on follow‑through programs that build on the progress they’ve made.
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
• Instruct patient’s family or nursing staff in follow‑through programs.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the company’s code of business conduct, the corporate compliance agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current and unrestricted Occupational Therapy license in the state where services are rendered.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Accepting new grads.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of making communities healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.