Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) retirement plan with company

Wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

St. Mary’s Health Care System - Athens is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a PRN (as needed) onsite role in Athens, Georgia. You will develop individualized treatment plans and work closely with patients to restore function using exercises and prosthetic/orthotic devices.

You’ll document care per regulatory and payer requirements and communicate progress to the team and families. The position emphasizes safety, staff education, and collaborative care in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current and unrestricted OT 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 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Education

Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Job description

Facility Name: St. Mary's Health Care System - Athens

Schedule: PRN (as needed)

Your experience matters

St. Mary's Health Care Systemis 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 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

AnOccupational Therapist who excels 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
• Other duties as assigned

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:

• 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

• 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

"Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Hospitalis 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.