Occupational Therapist (OT), Acute Rehabilitation

Memorial Physician Practices; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Iowa is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to join Lifepoint Rehabilitation's team. You will evaluate patient conditions, develop treatment plans, and provide interventions to improve daily living skills in inpatient rehab settings.

Applicants must have an accredited OT degree, a current state OT license, CPR certification, and prefer inpatient rehab experience. This role offers comprehensive benefits, PTO, tuition assistance, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

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

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

OT treatment planning

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT 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 are 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:

• 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.

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.