Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$32.3-$48.05/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Where You’ll Work
CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services.
Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee.
We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.
- Job Summary and Responsibilities
- PRN coverage
- Primarily Hixson but will float to all 3 campuses
As our Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain and retain their highest functional level so they can live more independently and improve their quality of life.
Every day you will evaluate and treat inpatients and outpatients, establishing and implementing treatment plans for those with self-care deficits. You will be expected to maintain accurate medical records, communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals, and ensure timely completion of patient care assignments.
To be successful in this role, you must possess strong clinical evaluation and treatment skills, demonstrate a commitment to professional development and customer service, and be proficient in maintaining accurate documentation and managing your time effectively.
Job Requirements
Required
- Certificate Other Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapist program per AmericanOccupational Therapy Association, upon hire
- Occupational Therapist: TN & GA
- Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients to help them regain functional independence and improve their quality of life. Responsibilities include establishing treatment plans, maintaining accurate medical records, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Occupational Therapy program and hold valid licensure for Tennessee and Georgia. Basic Life Support (CPR) certification is also required upon hire.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$84k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $91k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 55% have no call, 63% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$84k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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