Occupational Therapist (OT) Med Surg

Lifepoint Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health's Salem Memorial Hospital in Salem, MO, is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for Med Surg. This full-time role offers dayshift and a flexible schedule, with a team-focused environment dedicated to patient recovery and functional independence.

The OT will develop individualized treatment plans, coordinate with the care team, document per regulatory standards, and support safe, effective discharge planning. A state license and CPR certification are required.

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop a specialized treatment plan to help patients regain well-being through exercise and/or use of prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient’s family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Facility Name: Salem Memorial Hospital

Position: Occupational Therapist (OT) Med Surg

Shift:Full Time Days

Schedule: Flexible hours Monday - Friday

Your experience matters

Salem Memorial Hospital 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 a 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: Salem memorial Hospital is25-bed Critical Access Hospital located in Salem Mo Our Unit is a very fast-paced yet fun environment with endless opportunities to learn and grow! We have an amazing team with long tenure employees!

What we're looking for:We are looking for a dynamic Occupational Therapist who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!

What you will do in this role:

• Develop a specialized treatment plan to help him/her achieve as much as possible in regaining his/her well-being through exercise and/or use of prosthetic and orthotic devices. You and your staff will play an important role in his/her recovery
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the standards of 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

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.