Occupational Therapist (OT), Med/ Surg

Memorial Physician Practices; Sierra Vista (AZ); 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

A community healthcare facility in Sierra Vista, Arizona, is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to evaluate patients and enhance their functional independence. This fulltime role involves delivering therapeutic interventions and collaborating within an interdisciplinary team to provide quality patient care. The facility offers comprehensive benefits, financial growth opportunities, and ongoing professional development. Ideal candidates will be licensed OT graduates with experience in rehabilitation or acute care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current OT license in Arizona.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Rehabilitation or Acute Care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions to support daily living.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Current Occupational Therapy (OT) license in state of practice

Basic Life Support certification

Rehabilitation or Acute Care experience

Job description

Overview

Facility Name: Canyon Vista Medical Center

Job Title: Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Type: Fulltime

Schedule: Med/Surg Inpatient, rotating days for weekend/holiday coverage, either 4x10s or 5x8s

Sign-on bonus: $15,000.00

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 commitment to prioritize 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 journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives we serve.

More about our team

Canyon Vista Medical Center is located in the high desert of southeastern Arizona, serving Sierra Vista, Ft. Huachuca, Cochise County and surrounding communities. We are nestled in the San Pedro River Valley, 75 miles southeast of Tucson. Canyon Vista Medical Center opened its current facilities in 2015 after growth and technology updates.

How youul contribute

The Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates patients and develops individualized treatment plans to enhance functional independence across acute hospital, acute rehabilitation, inpatient, medical-surgical, and outpatient environments. This role delivers therapeutic interventions that support daily living activities, promotes safety, and maximizes patient participation in meaningful routines. The OT collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, educates patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies and equipment use, and ensures timely, accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and facility standards. The therapist maintains a safe treatment environment, demonstrates strong communication and clinical reasoning skills, and performs other duties as assigned to support high-quality, patient-centered care.

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:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current Occupational Therapy (OT) license in state of practice
• Basic Life Support certification
• Rehabilitation or Acute Care experience preferred

Connect with our Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Brandi Walton, Talent Acquisition Recruiter at 629-257-6103, or email [e-mail]. Or click here to schedule a time to discuss your career interests with Lifepoint Health.

More about Canyon Vista Medical Center

Canyon Vista Medical Center is a 100-bed hospital that has served the Sierra Vista, Ft. Huachuca, and Cochise community since 1963. It is licensed by Medicare and the State of Arizona and accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

• Canyon Vista Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval and the American Stroke Association's Heart-Check mark for the Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification.
• The Advanced Wound Care Center has received national awards from Healogics®, including Center of Distinction and other honors.
• The hospital received an A rating in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade.

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.