- Salary
- $76k – $111k
- Location
- Chattanooga, TN
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- PhD
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Source
- PCRecruiter
Description
Occupational Therapist – Inpatient Rehabilitation Opportunity
Build Your Career in Inpatient Rehab
Join an inpatient rehabilitation team as a full-time Occupational Therapist, providing individualized treatment to adult and geriatric patients. This permanent position offers a consistent 40-hour workweek, structured clinical training, ongoing mentorship, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Highlights & Benefits
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Individualized Rehabilitation: Provide 1:1 patient care with a strong emphasis on treatment quality, functional recovery, and patient outcomes
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Daily Patient Volume: Work with approximately 18–20 patients per day
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Varied Clinical Experience: Treat a diverse adult and geriatric population across multiple rehabilitation specialties
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Balanced Caseload: 40% orthopedic rehabilitation, 30% neurological conditions, and 30% general rehabilitation
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First 60 Days: Participate in a formalized onboarding and clinical training program
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After Orientation: Receive continued mentorship, professional guidance, and clinical support as you develop in the role
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$9,500 Sign-On Bonus for joining the team
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$3,000 Relocation Assistance to help with moving expenses
Time Off, Retirement & Benefits
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15+ Days of Annual PTO for vacation and personal time
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Full Benefits Package available to employees
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Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan to support long-term financial planning
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION
As an Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) in an inpatient rehab setting, you will play a crucial role in helping patients regain their independence and improve their quality of life following injury, illness, or surgery. Your primary responsibility will be to assess, plan, and implement individualized therapeutic interventions aimed at enhancing patients' ability to perform daily activities and achieve their rehabilitation goals. This Physical Therapist will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and provide compassionate care and support to 7-8 patients per day as they navigate their recovery journey.
EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
- Active PT license or the ability to obtain one
- Excellent communication skills across all levels
- Collaborative, team-building personality style
- Inpatient Rehab Experience Preferred
- H1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available
For immediate and confidential consideration, please submit a copy of your resume, and a recruiter will reach out to get to know you in detail. We would love the opportunity to learn more about you, your passions, and your goals for the place you call home.
ABOUT US
Nealy Pierce is leading the way for full-time permanent Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Language Pathologist opportunities. We do not do travel or contract positions. We take the time to understand your situation and what is most important to you before recommending any opportunity. We will strive to assist you in your search with a professional consulting approach. If you are looking for another position, check out our Available Positions @ www.nealypierce.com/job. We are always working on new positions, so if you can't find what you're looking for, email [email protected], and a Career Consultant will reach out to you to better understand what you're looking for and if we have something available.