Occupational Therapist - Student Loan Assistance

Ernest Health, Inc.; Lafayette, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO/HD medical plan options

Dental and Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Wellness program

Earned Time Off

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc.-affiliated Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana, invites a full-time Occupational Therapist to join a renowned, interdisciplinary team delivering intensive rehab for stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, and complex orthopedic conditions. The role requires current OT licensure and BLS; one year of rehab-hospital experience is preferred.

We offer comprehensive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative, patient-centered

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• BLS certification required.
• One year of rehabilitation hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates confidentiality, effective communication, and teamwork.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work with pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Proficient computer skills: data entry, word processing, email, record management.
• Leadership and teaching abilities to mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients to improve motor function and reasoning; teaches daily living tasks and selects adaptive equipment.

Skills

OT licensure

BLS

Rehabilitation hospital experience

Education

Graduate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist - Full Time - Lafayette, Indiana

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

We have a great full-time opportunity for an Occupational Therapist in Lafayette, Indiana.

At Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana is a state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation hospital providing compassionate care to patients in Greater Lafayette and surrounding communities. We specialize in intensive rehabilitation for people overcoming strokes, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, multiple trauma, and complex orthopedic conditions. Our interdisciplinary rehab team - including therapists, nurses, and rehabilitation physicians - tailors comprehensive therapy programs for each patient, helping them relearn skills and gain strength through physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and innovative rehabilitation techniques. The hospital features modern amenities such as a large therapy gym, an indoor therapy pool, and transitional living spaces to practice daily activities, all designed to support a holistic recovery. Accredited and consistently praised for high patient satisfaction and outcomes, Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital fosters a positive, teamwork-driven culture where patients are empowered to achieve their rehabilitation goals in a warm and professional setting.

Lafayette, Indiana

Located near Purdue University, Lafayette blends academic energy with a small-town feel. Residents enjoy a thriving arts scene, local breweries, and easy access to parks, trails, and family-friendly events.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Competitive compensation

Wellness & Work Life balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth:

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy.
• Current State Occupational Therapist License.
• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist required
• BLS card required
• One year of experience in the care of patients in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients and helps them improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. These patients may have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling. May also assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices. Integrates the hospital’s mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.