Occupational Therapist (OT), Outpatient

Lifepoint Rehabilitation; Fort Mohave (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO and life insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

Valley View Medical Center in Fort Mohave, AZ seeks an Occupational Therapist to support patients in developing and maintaining daily living skills. You will assess needs, design and implement care plans, and collaborate with families to achieve outcomes.

Join Lifepoint Rehabilitation, part of Lifepoint Health, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a current state OT license and a bachelor’s degree in OT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days; ACLS/PALS within six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services to develop, recover and maintain occupational skills.
• Assess patients' ability to safely perform activities requiring skill.
• Design and implement plan of care with frequency of treatment.
• Educate patients and families about deficits and treatment goals.
• Plan discharge and assist with adaptive equipment selection as needed.
• Supervise and delegate to assistants according to licensing and standards.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Discharge planning

Family education

Team supervision

Documentation

Modifying care plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Current OT license

Job description

Facility Name: Valley View Medical Center Schedule: 5x8 + Days (8a-4:30p) + Rotating Weekends 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:

• Provide occupational therapy services to patients needing to develop, recover, and maintain occupational skills.
• Assess patient's ability to safely and effectively perform occupational skills.
• Design appropriate plan of care, including type and frequency of treatment.
• Implement the treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
• Document subjective and objective findings of patient progress.
• Monitor and modify the plan of care as needed.
• Seek consultation as necessary.
• Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment settings.
• Provide information regarding appropriate selection/us of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Supervise and delegate the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established licensing laws, state regulations, and practice 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 occupational therapist license and possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited school. Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS are required within six (6) months of hire.

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.