OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - PT INPATIENT

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team in Arkansas. The successful candidate will treat patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities using therapeutic activities to improve daily living and work-related skills.

The role requires licensure in Arkansas, CPR certification, and sound clinical judgment. The therapist will adhere to board regulations and maintain professional standards while delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in Arkansas.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities through therapeutic use of daily activities.
• Help patients develop, recover, and improve daily living and working skills.
• Abide by rules and regulations set forth by the State Board.

Skills

Clinical skills

Judgment

Problem solving

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Arkansas Occupational Therapy license

Job description

• Must be licensed in the State of Arkansas to practice Occupational Therapy. CPR certified.

Experience

• Sound clinical skills and demonstrated good judgment. Ability to problem-solve and plan effectively. Effective oral and written communication skills. Basic computer skills.

Physical

• This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
• Requires physical strength to perform the essential functions of the job. Must be able to work required schedule. Hearing within normal range. Frequent sitting, stooping, standing, walking, bending, pushing/pulling up to 250 pounds, and carrying up to 35 pounds, and lifting up to 100 pounds.

JOB SUMMARY

• The Occupational Therapist treats patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. They help these patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working. The Occupational Therapist will meet and abide by rules and regulations set forth by the Board.