Occupational Therapist (OT), Acute Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks an Occupational Therapist at Mercy Medical Center in Iowa. This full-time OT role involves evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, delivering therapeutic interventions, documenting progress, collaborating with care teams, and educating patients and families with safety standards in mind.

The position supports comprehensive benefits, professional growth, and ongoing learning opportunities within a national healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Experience: Inpatient rehab experience preferred.
• License: Current license to practice occupational therapy.
• Certifications: 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

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient education

Regulatory compliance

Education

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program

Job description

Facility Name: Mercy Medical Center

Schedule: Full-time

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

An Occupational Therapist (OT) who excels in this role:

• 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:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-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.

What we’re looking for

Applicants should have a current state OT license. Additional requirements include:

• 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.”