Occupational Therapist-Weekend/PT Mercy Hospital STL (Non-Exempt)

Mercy; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Mercy is hiring an Occupational Therapist to join a weekend, part-time position (24 hours per week). The role requires an OT degree and current license or eligibility in the hiring state, with a current BLS certification.

You will contribute to patient care programs and participate in department initiatives while ensuring readiness for emergencies. As a team member at Mercy, you’ll support growth of the department, collaborate with colleagues, and uphold state practice Act standards and rules.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Occupational Therapy license or eligibility in the hiring state.
• Current BLS certification.
• National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care by organizing and conducting medically prescribed programs.
• Display treatment skills within the scope of the State Practice Act and regulations.
• Promote growth and development of department by assisting in special projects.
• Coordinate activities in patient care programs and respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Emergency response

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Current Occupational Therapy license or eligibility

BLS certification

National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (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 the State Practice Act and in compliance with all rules and regulations with the 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:

Shift: Weekends - Part-time 24 hours per week

Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.

Licensure: Current occupational therapy license or eligibility within the hiring state.

Certifications: Current BLS.

Other: Must be able to respond to emergency situations.

Preferred Certifications: National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy.

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
• dental
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• matched retirement plans

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.

Occupational Therapist