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Straith Hospital

Occupational Therapist

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What they do

An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

$87,262 / year median in Michigan

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Part Time:
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Inpatient Rehabilitation Starting at $44.00 per hour, plus shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Straith Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our Rehabilitation Services team on a contingent basis. If you are passionate about helping patients restore independence and improve their quality of life, we invite you to apply. As an Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for evaluating, planning, and providing occupational therapy services to hospital inpatients. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, case managers, and rehabilitation professionals, you will develop individualized treatment plans that support each patient's functional recovery and safe transition to the next level of care. Duties Perform comprehensive Occupational Therapy evaluations, including assessment of functional limitations, appropriateness of OT intervention, and development of treatment plans. Establish individualized goals, treatment frequency, and duration based on patient needs. Administer Occupational Therapy treatments consistent with the established plan of care. Re-evaluate patient progress and modify or discontinue treatment plans as clinically appropriate. Accurately document evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and outcomes in accordance with department and hospital policies. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, nursing staff, case management, and rehabilitation professionals. Participate in discharge planning to support safe and effective transitions of care. Maintain compliance with all regulatory, safety, and documentation standards.
Qualifications Required:
Current Occupational Therapy License to practice in the State of Michigan. Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification. Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Must pass background check and drug screening.
Preferred:
Previous inpatient rehabilitation or acute care experience Why Straith? Supportive work culture focused on teamwork and clinical excellence. Competitive salary and shift differentials . Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans. Non-Profit Hospital allows eligibility for
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Other Retirement and Savings