Occupational Therapist (OT), Acute Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, IA invites an Occupational Therapist to join Lifepoint Rehabilitation. This part-time role (20 hours per week) focuses on evaluating patient conditions, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering therapeutic interventions to improve daily living skills.

You will document progress, collaborate with care teams, educate patients and families, and uphold safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Experience in inpatient rehab preferred.
• Current OT license to practice.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient conditions and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Provides therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' daily living skills.
• Documents treatment sessions and patient progress accurately and timely.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and families on care planning.
• Educates patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment.
• Maintains compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Inpatient rehab experience

CPR certification

OT licensure

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT program

Job description

Facility Name: Mary Greeley Medical Center

Schedule: Part-time/20 hours per week

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.

How you'll contribute

• Evaluates patient conditions and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Provides therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' daily living skills.
• Documents treatment sessions and patient progress accurately and timely.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and families on care planning.
• Educates patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment.
• Maintains compliance with safety and regulatory 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:

• 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 we're looking for

• Education: Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Experience: Experience in inpatient rehab preferred.
• License: Current license to practice occupational therapy.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

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.