Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

NKC Health; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NKC Health in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality outpatient services, focusing on upper extremity rehabilitation. The role includes evaluation, treatment planning, and ensuring functional recovery.

The candidate should have NBCOT, BLS, and OTR credentials, with a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy. Cross-training to acute care is expected, and some holiday coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required.
• BLS certification required (AHA).
• OTR credential required.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and administer occupational therapy to restore function.
• Work in outpatient setting with emphasis on upper extremity rehabilitation.
• Cross-train to support Acute Care and participate in holiday coverage.

Job description

Summary

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Department Director and the Occupational Therapy Supervisor, provides quality occupational therapy services to patients through evaluation and administration of treatment to restore function and prevent disabilities.

Occupational Therapist to work primarily in an outpatient clinical setting, focusing on upper extremity management and we would like a candidate with experience or interest in the other specialties which include pediatrics, pelvic health and oncology management. A schedule will be established at the time of hire, and will either be 5-8-hour days, working 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. or 4-10-hour days, working 8 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., with off day being determined at time of hire. Will be cross-trained to support Acute Care and will be required to work one holiday and one holiday weekend day annually at a minimum. Experience either as a student or in clinical practice with pediatrics and pelvic health is indicated to apply for this role.

Special Skills

Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

LICENSE/CERT

Required: NBCOT (National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy), BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), OTR (Occupational Therapist)

Education

Required: Bachelors - Occupational Therapy