Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN

Lifepoint Health

7 days ago

Springfield, United StatesPer Diem / PRNOccupational Therapy

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Lifepoint Health as a Occupational Therapist – PRN Days in United States. Facility Name: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield Position: Occupational Therapist (OT) Shift: PRN Days Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm. Your experience matters Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health a.

Key Responsibilities

Basic computer knowledge.

Knowledge of equipment utilized in the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of therapy.

Must be able to determine appropriate patient procedures and evaluate results.

Ability to maintain control and respond calmly and positively during crisis situations.

Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.

Experience: Experience in inpatient rehab preferred.

License: Current license to practice occupational therapy.

Benefits & Compensation

401(k) with employer match.

Student loan repayment assistance.

Work Schedule

Per Diem position.

Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers day shifts only, student loan benefits. Work with Lifepoint Health in United States.

Key Skills

Occupational therapyPatient evaluationTreatment planningTherapeutic interventionsDocumentationCare planningAdaptive techniquesPatient educationRegulatory complianceCommunicationInterpersonal skillsCrisis managementRehabilitationClinical assessment

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN at Lifepoint Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Occupational Therapy psychologist listings evaluated on our platform.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Occupational Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Occupational Therapy position at Lifepoint Health is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Springfield, United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Occupational therapy, Patient evaluation, Treatment planning, Therapeutic interventions, Documentation, Care planning, Adaptive techniques, Patient education. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Occupational Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating patient conditions and developing individualized treatment plans to improve functional independence. They will provide therapeutic interventions, document patient progress, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality care.

Benefits package: Tuition Assistance, Loan Assistance, 401(k) with Company Match, Mental Wellness Programs, Physical Wellness Programs, Financial Wellness Programs, Professional Development. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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