Therapist-Occupational PRN

MEP Health; Covington (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in Covington, TN, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, set measurable goals, develop and implement treatment plans, document interventions, and reassess progress for safe discharge.

The role may include supervising students and support staff, contributing to performance improvement initiatives, and collaborating with hospital teams to deliver compassionate, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• OT licensure required; BLS certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills; experience with documentation systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition using subjective and objective data.
• Create and follow a written plan of care.
• Administer treatment aligned with established goals.
• Document care interventions accurately.
• Reevaluate patient progress and modify plans as needed.
• Provide discharge planning and patient education.
• Support staff and student development.
• Engage in activities to improve healthcare delivery.
• Achieve assigned goals and contribute to team efforts.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care planning

Documentation

Supervision

Education

OT degree (ACOTE accredited)

OT licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Role Summary

This position involves evaluating and assessing patients to set measurable, functional goals aimed at restoring abilities. The provider develops and implements treatment plans, documents interventions, and reassesses patient progress. Responsibilities include discharge planning, patient and family education, and referral to community resources. The role may include supervising clinical students and support staff, contributing to performance improvement initiatives, and participating in hospital committees. The provider fosters a caring environment that supports health and healing, offering leadership and resource support within the healthcare team.

This position involves evaluating and assessing patients to set measurable, functional goals aimed at restoring abilities. The provider develops and implements treatment plans, documents interventions, and reassesses patient progress. Responsibilities include discharge planning, patient and family education, and referral to community resources. The role may include supervising clinical students and support staff, contributing to performance improvement initiatives, and participating in hospital committees. The provider fosters a caring environment that supports health and healing, offering leadership and resource support within the healthcare team.

Key Duties

• Assess patient condition using subjective and objective data.
• Create and follow a written plan of care.
• Administer treatment aligned with established goals.
• Document care interventions accurately.
• Reevaluate patient progress and modify plans as needed.
• Provide discharge planning and patient education.
• Support staff and student development.
• Engage in activities to improve healthcare delivery.
• Achieve assigned goals and contribute to team efforts.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Basic computer skills required; advanced training or certification preferred.
• Licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OT) with BLS certification within 14 days of hire preferred.