Description:
Occupational Therapist PRN Saturdays
Job Description
Join a dynamic therapy team providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals across acute, observation, and swing-bed levels. Our Occupational Therapists work with a diverse caseload, including orthopedic, post-operative, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and medically complex patients. This role focuses on restoring functional independence through ADL retraining, cognitive and perceptual interventions, activity tolerance building, and safe discharge planning. Ideal candidates are adaptable, collaborative, and passionate about supporting patients as they progress through recovery in an inpatient hospital environment.
About the Role:
The Occupational Therapist plays a critical role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals facing physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges by enabling them to perform daily activities independently. This position involves assessing patients' needs, developing personalized treatment plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions to improve their functional abilities. The therapist collaborates closely with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care and support. Through ongoing evaluation and adjustment of therapy techniques, the therapist helps patients achieve measurable progress toward their rehabilitation goals. Ultimately, this role contributes to empowering patients to regain autonomy and improve their overall well-being within their home and community environments.
Responsibilities:
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Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities to identify therapy needs.
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Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and conditions.
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Provide hands-on therapy sessions and instruct patients in exercises and activities to enhance their functional skills.
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Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support patient progress.
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Document patient progress, update treatment plans as necessary, and ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
Skills:
The Occupational Therapist utilizes strong clinical assessment skills daily to evaluate patient needs and develop effective treatment plans. Communication skills are essential for educating patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care. Problem-solving abilities enable the therapist to adapt interventions to meet individual patient challenges and progress. Time management and organizational skills are critical for balancing patient caseloads, documentation, and follow-up activities efficiently. Additionally, proficiency with technology, including electronic health records and assistive devices, supports accurate documentation and enhances therapy delivery.
Your Calling. Our Community. Where You Belong.
In Morgan County, neighbors become friends and friends become family. When you join Morgan Medical Center, you become part of a team that cares deeply for its community and for one another.
If healthcare is your calling, you deserve a place where your expertise is valued, your voice is respected, and your work makes a visible difference. Here, relationships drive care. Patients are not numbers - they’re people we know. And colleagues are not coworkers – they’re teammates committed to shared excellence.
Since opening our new hospital in 2018, Morgan Medical Center has evolved into a trusted regional healthcare destination delivering advanced clinical services while preserving the personal touch that defines rural medicine at its best. Our growth means expanded specialties, advanced technology, and meaningful professional opportunity for clinicians and leaders who want to practice with purpose.
At Morgan Medical Center: You will be known. You will be valued. You will belong.
You will Practice at a Higher Level
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Level IV Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency medicine–trained, board-certified physicians
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Georgia DPH Designated Remote Stroke Treatment Center
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Expanded surgical services in Orthopedics, General Surgery, and Breast Cancer Care
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Advanced imaging including SPECT/CT, 3D mammography and wide-bore MRI
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Inpatient rehabilitation/swing bed program supporting recovery across the post-acute care continuum
You will Join a Culture of Quality
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DNV-accredited Critical Access Hospital aligned with ISO 9001 quality principles
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Strong focus on patient safety, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement
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Interdisciplinary collaboration with accessible leadership
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National recognition from American College of Surgeons, American Heart Association, Becker’s Top 100 and Women’s Choice Award®, and Healthgrades
You will Grow With Purpose
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Opportunities for specialty certification and professional development
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Broad scope of practice with meaningful clinical impact
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A workplace where your experience strengthens the entire organization
At Morgan Medical Center, you’re not just filling a position - you’re answering a calling.
And here, you belong.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
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Valid and current Occupational Therapist license in the United States.
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
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Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
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Experience working with diverse patient populations in clinical settings.
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Strong understanding of therapeutic techniques and rehabilitation principles.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience in geriatric, or neurological rehabilitation.
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Familiarity with assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
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Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
