Provides occupational therapy services to patients who have impairments, developmental disabilities, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes with some guidance. Actively collaborates with the health care/educational team to meet patient care, outcomes and system improvement objectives. Are you a licensed Occupational Therapist passionate about making a difference in an acute care inpatient setting? Vanderbilt Health is seeking a dedicated OT to join our collaborative team in Middle Tennessee's largest Level 1 trauma center. This role offers exposure to diverse hospital units, including ICUs and the emergency department, providing unmatched clinical experience and professional growth. As an Occupational Therapist in acute care, you will: Deliver evidence-based OT evaluations and interventions across multiple inpatient units Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies and functional independence Document outcomes per hospital and regulatory standards Participate in mentorship, quality improvement, and departmental initiatives