Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation/Acute Therapy
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Job Description
- Occupational Therapist (OT)
- White River Medical Center
- Batesville, Arkansas
Signet Health, a national acute rehabilitation and behavioral health management company, is seeking two full-time Occupational Therapists for the 15-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit at White River Medical Center in Batesville, AR.
This hospital position with White River Health offers a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package plus a $15,000 Sign-on Bonus*
Essential Duties & Responsibilites
Initiates patient care through evidenced-based assessment, and documentation of findings in the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR).
- Submits accurate treatment charges daily in the EMR.
- Maintains treatment records, statistical data, and patient schedule for patients referred for treatment.
Monitors patient progress and adjusts the treatment plan and/or makes recommendations for a referral as needed. Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) in the care of patients and provides education as needed to enhance their clinical skills.
- Continuously observes all equipment in the department for hazards to assure patient safety.
- Displays positive behavior, promoting effective interpersonal relationships and enhancing the hospital’s image.
- Contributes and assists in enhancing the productivity and efficient operation of the Rehab Therapy Department.
Maintain professional knowledge, licensing, and skills; promotes understanding of the field of occupational therapy. Performs other duties as assigned by supervision.
This a hospital position. White River Health offers a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package plus a $15,000 Sign-on Bonus
Requirements/Qualifications
Requirements & Qualifications:
Education
BS, MS, or OTD degree in the field of Occupational Therapy from an approved school. Active license in Occupational Therapy for the state of Arkansas.
Training and Experience: Successful completion of an accredited college program in Occupational Therapy including clinical experience. Up to date CPR certification.
Job Knowledge: Demonstrate competence in leadership skills, rehab principals, and procedures. Possess skills and knowledge necessary to care for patients according to their age specific needs.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will initiate patient care through evidence-based assessments and maintain accurate treatment records in the EMR. They are also responsible for supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants and ensuring the safety and efficiency of the rehabilitation department.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a BS, MS, or OTD degree in Occupational Therapy from an approved school and possess an active Arkansas state license. Additionally, applicants must have current CPR certification and demonstrate competence in rehabilitation principles and leadership.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 48% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapy median $94k (middle half $85k–$103k)230 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Arkansas index 86.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Arkansas | 71 active | 8,973 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 48% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $15k sign-on | US occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,267 in the last 30 days | 1,694 the 30 days before (+93%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +2.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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