Occupational Therapist (OT), Inpatient Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health • Russellville, AR

3h

About The Position

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is seeking an Occupational Therapist for inpatient rehabilitation. The role focuses on helping patients rebuild their abilities and function in daily environments through personal, evidence-based care and collaborative teamwork. The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients, develops individualized care plans, delivers treatment, tracks outcomes, and adjusts plans as needed. The role also includes educating patients and caregivers, supporting discharge planning, and supervising and delegating to occupational therapy assistants and technicians.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• State licensure in Occupational Therapy.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ ability to safely perform daily tasks and develop personalized care plans based on their goals and challenges.
• Provide hands-on treatment using therapeutic techniques and adaptive modalities to promote strength, coordination, and independence.
• Track and document patient progress using measurable outcomes and observational insights.
• Reassess and adjust treatment plans, consulting with colleagues as needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers about functional deficits and provide practical tools and techniques for success at home and beyond.
• Support discharge planning by recommending adaptive equipment and connecting patients with community resources.
• Supervise and delegate to occupational therapy assistants and technicians, ensuring care meets professional and regulatory standards.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time