Occupational Therapist (OT), Acute

Lifepoint Health®; Versailles (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off and disability coverage

Tuition assistance and loan repayment

Free parking on site

Job summary

Centerpoint Health-Versailles, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks an Occupational Therapist to deliver patient-centered OT services, assess abilities, design and implement treatment plans, and educate patients and families. You will supervise therapy staff and contribute to discharge planning while adhering to licensure and safety standards.

Join a team focused on compassionate care and community health in Versailles, KY.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have a bachelors degree in occupational therapy (required).
• License: KY State Licensure for Occupational Therapy
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides occupational therapy services to patients needing to develop, recover and maintain occupational skills.
• Assess patient's ability to safely and effectively perform occupational skills.
• Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Documents subjective and objective findings of patient progress. Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment setting.
• Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Assessment skills

Plan of care design

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday - Friday 8a-4:30p | Swing Bed Needed |

Your Experience Matters

Centerpoint Health-Versailles 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

Centerpoint Health-Versailles places trust and confidence in our employees and patients on making the important decision on where you seek your healthcare. We are a dedicated team that share our mission and our culture of safe and compassionate care.

How You'll Contribute

• Provides occupational therapy services to patients needing to develop, recover and maintain occupational skills.
• Assess patient's ability to safely and effectively perform occupational skills.
• Designs the appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implements the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Documents subjective and objective findings of patient progress. Monitors and modifies the plan of care as needed. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment setting.
• Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards.

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

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• 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.
• Free Parking on site

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have a bachelors degree in occupational therapy (required). Additional requirements include:

• License: KY State Licensure for Occupational Therapy
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.

More About Centerpoint Health-Versailles

Centerpoint Health - Versailles is a 25-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Versailles community. We are proud to be recognized by Affiliation with the Gill Heart & Vascular Institute Affiliate Network.

EEOC Statement

"Centerpoint Health-Versailles is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centerpoint Health-Versailles 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.