IP Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Therapy - Part Time
L.E. Cox Medical Centers · Virginia
PART-TIME
Posted Sep 13, 2026
Job Description
Description
:Overview of Unit/Department
Acute Care at Cox South Hospital's main campus is a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where therapists make a meaningful impact every day. Working across units like the ICU and medical-surgical floors, you'll gain diverse clinical experience while continuing to grow your skills. We offer a strong mentorship program to support new graduates and those new to acute care, along with a collaborative culture where teamwork is key. It's a great place to learn, feel supported, and build a rewarding career.
Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
* Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
* Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
* Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
* Clinical Ladder up to $5,000
Job Summary
An Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates and treats patients in the acute medical setting. The OT treats patients of all ages as ordered immediately post trauma, surgery, acute medical event or exacerbation. Acute Care OT assist patients in reaching their highest level of independence in activities of daily living. OT staff make recommendations for the next level of care as well as adaptive equipment needed. OT staff plan and implement prevention, habilitation, and rehabilitation services including counseling and orientation for mobility, pain relief, increasing strength, and/or improving or correcting disabling conditions. Occupational therapists participate in a rotation approximately every 3 months in the following medical units: medical ICU's, trauma, cardiology, medical/surgical, oncology, neurology, and orthopedic. Specialty areas for Occupational Therapists include: splinting, visual perception, wound care, lymphedema, pediatrics, perinatal and neonatal care.
Job Requirements
Education
* Required: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program
* Preferred: Masters or Doctorate from an accredited program of Occupational Therapy
Experience
No prior experience required
Skills
* Good clinical expertise, communication skills, human relations skills and organizational skills required.
* Self-motivated individual who can work independently with little direct supervision required
* Has demonstrated interest in professional growth by attendance at continuing education workshops, and applications of new principles and/or techniques. Licensure/Certification/Registration
* Required: Active Missouri licensure for Occupational Therapy. (Limited permits not accepted)
* Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Keywords - OT
:Overview of Unit/Department
Acute Care at Cox South Hospital's main campus is a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where therapists make a meaningful impact every day. Working across units like the ICU and medical-surgical floors, you'll gain diverse clinical experience while continuing to grow your skills. We offer a strong mentorship program to support new graduates and those new to acute care, along with a collaborative culture where teamwork is key. It's a great place to learn, feel supported, and build a rewarding career.
Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
* Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
* Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
* Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
* Clinical Ladder up to $5,000
Job Summary
An Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates and treats patients in the acute medical setting. The OT treats patients of all ages as ordered immediately post trauma, surgery, acute medical event or exacerbation. Acute Care OT assist patients in reaching their highest level of independence in activities of daily living. OT staff make recommendations for the next level of care as well as adaptive equipment needed. OT staff plan and implement prevention, habilitation, and rehabilitation services including counseling and orientation for mobility, pain relief, increasing strength, and/or improving or correcting disabling conditions. Occupational therapists participate in a rotation approximately every 3 months in the following medical units: medical ICU's, trauma, cardiology, medical/surgical, oncology, neurology, and orthopedic. Specialty areas for Occupational Therapists include: splinting, visual perception, wound care, lymphedema, pediatrics, perinatal and neonatal care.
Job Requirements
Education
* Required: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program
* Preferred: Masters or Doctorate from an accredited program of Occupational Therapy
Experience
No prior experience required
Skills
* Good clinical expertise, communication skills, human relations skills and organizational skills required.
* Self-motivated individual who can work independently with little direct supervision required
* Has demonstrated interest in professional growth by attendance at continuing education workshops, and applications of new principles and/or techniques. Licensure/Certification/Registration
* Required: Active Missouri licensure for Occupational Therapy. (Limited permits not accepted)
* Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Keywords - OT
Benefits
- Paid time off
Additional Details
- State
- Virginia
- Country
- US
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