Occupational Therapist - Restore Independence & Quality of Life

CommonSpirit Health; Little Rock (AR); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's CHI St Vincent in Arkansas is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and improve quality of life so they can safely return to daily activities.

You will assess patients, develop a plan of care, and carry out treatments across orthopedic, neurological, sensory, and cancer recovery cases, coordinating with physicians, physical, and speech therapists. Documentation and patient motivation are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Arkansas OT license required at hire.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) within 30 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop a plan of care.
• Provide treatments to improve range of motion, strength, and balance.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and tailor it as needed.
• Perform re-evaluations and update progress for physicians.
• Document evaluations, treatments, and status changes.
• Maintain a positive, motivating attitude and collaborate with the care team.

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Arkansas OT license

Job description

CommonSpirit Health's CHI St Vincent in Arkansas is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and improve quality of life so they can safely return to daily activities.

You will assess patients, develop a plan of care, and carry out treatments across orthopedic, neurological, sensory, and cancer recovery cases, coordinating with physicians, physical, and speech therapists. Documentation and patient motivation are emphasized.