Occupational Therapy

Overview:

Department: Inpatient Rehabilitation- Occupational Therapy

Employment Type: Per Diem/PRN

Shifts Available: Days: Mon - Fri, one weekend day/month, and holiday rotation

Hours: 8-hour shift: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm  

Location: St. Joseph Medical Center - Kansas City, MO 

 

We are seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT, OTR, OTR/L) to join our acute care hospital rehabilitation team. This role delivers occupational therapy services in an inpatient hospital setting, focusing on rehabilitation, functional mobility, activities of daily living (ADLs), safety, and patient independence.

 

The Occupational Therapist will treat adult and geriatric patients with diagnoses including neurological conditions, orthopedic injuries, post‑surgical recovery, stroke, and general medical conditions. This position is ideal for candidates seeking hospital OT jobs, acute care occupational therapy, and rehab therapy careers. New graduates and experienced Occupational Therapists with licensure are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but is not limited to):

Qualifications:

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:  

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current state Occupational Therapy certification/license
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: 

• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, AOTA and OTAC

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Employment Status: Per Diem Shift: Days Equal Employment Opportunity: