Occupational Therapist - PRN - Joplin

Mercy; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans after 32+ hours

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a PRN role in Missouri. The position involves organizing and conducting occupational therapy programs and delivering patient care within the constraints of the State Practice Act and hospital policies.

A degree from an accredited OT program, valid license or eligibility, and current BLS are required; NBOT certification is preferred. Must be able to respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Occupational Therapy license or eligibility within the hiring state; temporary license up to 90 days allowed.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care by organizing and conducting occupational therapy programs.
• Ensure compliance with State Practice Act and governing bodies in the state of practice.
• Assist in special projects to promote growth and development of the department.

Skills

Emergency response

Education

Accredited OT program

OT licensure or eligibility

Current BLS

National Board Certification (preferred)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Provides patient care by organizing and conducting medically prescribed programs in order to achieve maximum potential. Displays treatment skills practicing within the scope of State Practice Act and in compliance with all rules and regulations with National Board and governing bodies in the state of practice. Promotes growth and development of department by assisting in special projects and/or coordinating activities in patient care programs.

Position Details:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Licensure: Current Occupational Therapy license or eligibility within the hiring state, may work under a temporary license up to 90 days.
• Experience:
• Certifications: Current BLS.
• Other: Must be able to respond to emergency situations.
• Preferred Certifications: National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Preferred Other:

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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