Occupational Therapist (OT) - Rehab Services
Help patients regain independence and confidence. As an Occupational Therapist at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC), you'll evaluate functional needs, design targeted treatment plans, and coach patients/families on adaptive techniques and equipment-so daily life gets easier and safer. We value teamwork, evidence-based care, and clear, kind communication.
About Us
North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is an innovative, non-profit healthcare system anchored by a central hospital in Harrison, Arkansas, and 13 clinics serving the rural communities of North Arkansas. Our continuum includes Home Health and Hospice, including our inpatient Hospice House. More than 750 team members deliver comprehensive care close to home, guided by values of safety, quality, integrity, and community. Our mission is comprehensive healthcare across North Arkansas, and our vision is to be the region's most trusted and preferred provider-one patient, one family, one neighbor at a time.
Job Summary
Evaluate patients with physical, developmental, or cognitive conditions; develop and implement individualized OT plans (frequency/duration); educate patients and caregivers; recommend adaptive equipment; and document timely, accurate progress and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive OT evaluations (history, objective measures) and set functional goals with patients/families.
- Create and progress treatment plans; deliver therapeutic activities and self-care training; modify plans based on reassessment.
- Instruct on adaptive equipment/assistive devices and home programs; plan safe discharge and write summaries.
- Communicate with physicians/teams; document charges and clinical notes accurately; operate equipment safely.
- Delegate to support staff appropriately and supervise per policy; support department goals and productivity.
Job Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's/Master's in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program; Arkansas OT license (in good standing).
- BLS; ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Preferred
- 1-2 years OT experience; commitment to continuing education.
Compensation & Schedule
- Status: PRN
- Schedule: As Needed, Primarily weekdays
- Pay: Competitive base pay; details during interview
Why Join Us
- Manage a varied caseload with visible patient progress.
- Collaborative rehab team with supportive leadership and growth opportunities.
Benefits Overview (based upon eligibility)
- Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
- Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available.
- Basic life insurance and AD&D provided at no cost; voluntary life options available.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage offered.
- Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
- Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) with accrual based on service years.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
- AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
- On-site wellness center and discounted membership at Planet Fitness.
- Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
- Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
- Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
- Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.