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Methodist Rehabilitation
Jackson, Mississippi

Occupational Therapist - PRN - Inpatient Therapy

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Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Main Campus - Inpatient - Jackson, MS, Position Type: PRN, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, Occupational Therapist Methodist Rehabilitation Center | Inpatient Rehabilitation Join Our Team Methodist Rehabilitation Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated PRN Occupational Therapist to join our inpatient rehabilitation team.

As an Occupational Therapist at MRC, you'll work with patients throughout their rehabilitation journey, helping them regain skills, improve functional independence, and return to the activities that matter most to them.

You'll collaborate closely with an experienced interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans and support each patient's recovery goals. New graduates are welcome to apply! What You’ll Do Provide skilled Occupational Therapy services to patients in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.

Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on their diagnosis, functional abilities, goals, and rehabilitation needs. Develop, document, and implement appropriate treatment plans designed to promote optimal patient outcomes and greater independence.

Provide therapy to patients with a wide range of diagnoses, injuries, ages, and functional needs. Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate.

Participate in regularly scheduled interdisciplinary patient care-team conferences to contribute to the plan of care, therapy goals, patient progress, and discharge recommendations.

Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, interventions, and patient progress.

Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills while working in a dynamic rehabilitation environment. Encourage, motivate, and inspire patients as they work toward greater independence and recovery. Provide compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the rehabilitation process.

Schedule PRN – As Needed Inpatient Rehabilitation Scheduling based on patient and department needs Qualifications: What We’re Looking For Appropriate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Current, valid Mississippi Occupational Therapy license, or eligibility for licensure.

American Red Cross BLS certification. New graduates are welcome to apply. Clinical experience in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, or outpatient therapy is preferred. Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills. Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.

Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care. Commitment to helping patients achieve greater independence and quality of life. Why Inpatient Rehabilitation? At Methodist Rehabilitation Center, you'll be able to follow patients through meaningful stages of their recovery.

Working alongside physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, physicians, and other rehabilitation professionals, you'll play an important role in helping patients regain the skills they need to return to their daily lives.

We Offer Competitive pay Comprehensive, flexible benefits package for eligible full-time employees working 32+ hours per week Professional development and leadership growth opportunities Supportive and collaborative rehabilitation environment Opportunity to work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team Make a Difference at MRC If you're an Occupational Therapist looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while working in a specialized inpatient rehabilitation environment, we invite you to join the Methodist Rehabilitation team. New graduates are encouraged to apply!

Key Responsibilities

Provide skilled occupational therapy services to patients in an inpatient rehabilitation setting by evaluating needs and developing individualized treatment plans. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to monitor patient progress and ensure optimal recovery outcomes.

Requirements

Requires an appropriate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program and a current, valid Mississippi Occupational Therapy license or eligibility for one. Candidates must also hold an American Red Cross BLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningInterdisciplinary collaboration

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 58% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Mississippi is 87.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.9% of Mississippi clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Methodist Rehabilitation

Hospitals and Health Care
Jackson, MS
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package (for eligible full-time employees working 32+ hours/week)
Professional Development and Leadership Growth Opportunities