Occupational Therapist, Inpatient

University of Missouri Health Care • Jefferson City, MO

3d • $68,266 - $111,426 • Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join its inpatient Therapy Services team at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, Missouri. The role focuses on helping patients improve safety, functional performance, and independence in daily activities through individualized, evidence-based occupational therapy care. The therapist works collaboratively with patients, physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and support staff in a health care facility that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

The position is on-site and has a Monday–Friday shift from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with Saturday and holiday rotation. Rotating shifts and work during inclement weather are required. The stated base pay range is $68,266–$111,426 per year, based on experience.

Requirements

• Occupational Therapist licensure from the Missouri Board of Occupational Therapy or an OT Compact multi-state privilege.
• Compact state OTs must apply under their new state of residency within 30 days of changing their primary state of residency.
• OT Limited permit holders must be graduates of an occupational therapy program.

Nice To Haves

• Additional licenses or certifications as determined by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely, comprehensive patient evaluations to assess functional status, limitations, and rehabilitation potential.
• Develop individualized occupational therapy plans of care based on evaluation findings, patient goals, and a developmentally appropriate approach.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve functional performance, safety, and independence in activities of daily living.
• Administer therapeutic activities, neuromuscular re-education, functional training, and other treatments requiring advanced clinical skills.
• Fabricate, apply, and modify splints, casts, and compression garments to support patient function and recovery.
• Document evaluations, plans of care, interventions, and patient progress according to organizational, departmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and adjust plans of care as clinically indicated.
• Coordinate care and continuity of services with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and support staff.
• Maintain compliance with the American Occupational Therapy Association Code of Ethics and the Missouri Practice Act.
• Order and manage discipline-specific referrals in accordance with state practice acts and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in professional development, continuing education, and training to maintain competency and licensure requirements.
• Educate Occupational Therapy and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant students as assigned.
• Maintain a safe environment by following infection-control, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
• Follow timekeeping, attendance, and punctuality policies.
• Complete unit- or department-specific duties and expectations as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance coverage starting on the first day.
• Paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays.
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years.
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%).
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed