Occupational Therapist

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team at ARC Physical Therapy+ in Lee's Summit, MO. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to our patients, ensuring their recovery and well-being.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their specific needs and goals within the scope of occupational therapy practice.
• Evaluate physician referrals and thoroughly review patients' medical records to determine appropriate occupational therapy interventions based on the patient's condition, functional abilities, and treatment objectives.
• Deliver direct patient care using evidence-based interventions and established occupational therapy protocols, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes and patient safety.
• Document assessment findings, treatment progress, and instructions provided to patients and their caregivers accurately and comprehensively in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop written plans of care and establish measurable goals based on the initial evaluation findings, collaborating closely with patients and their interdisciplinary care team to ensure a holistic approach to rehabilitation.
• Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment programs, incorporating therapeutic activities, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications to enhance patients' functional independence and quality of life.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members, including physicians and insurance providers, to coordinate care, address concerns, and optimize treatment outcomes.
• Ensure timely completion of documentation, including progress notes, treatment summaries, discharge plans, and incident reports, to support continuity of care and facilitate reimbursement for services rendered.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from CAPTE-accredited Occupational Therapy program. New graduates are encouraged to apply, we’d love for you to start your career with us!
• Current state of Missouri OT license and CPR certification
• Ability to create and implement outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation-setting treatment plans or willingness to learn
• Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
• Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office,

Additional Information

• Competitive pay range
• Monday - Friday schedule (8:00 AM- 5:00PM)
• Incentive plan for clinicians who consistently see a higher number of patients per day
• In addition to productivity bonuses, clinical may be eligible for additional bonuses
• A unique opportunity to provide exceptional care to a lower-volume patient base
• A generous yearly Continuing Education Allowance, Access to MedBridge, and ARC University
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount plans
• Gain access to ARC IGNITE: A Mentorship Program offering clinical guidance for professional growth, specialization, and development.
• Student Program, appealing to individuals seeking opportunities to contribute to their career field
• Benefits package including 401k, health, dental, and vision
• Generous paid time off package

About the Company

At ARC Physical Therapy+, our mission is simple: be a catalyst of change in the marketplace.  Through excellence in care, ARC Physical Therapy+ is committed to helping patients recover quickly and get back to what they love to do.  With industry-leading physical, occupational, and hand therapy clinics in Kansas, Missouri, and Arkansas we are here to serve our communities and have been doing so for the past 20 years. 

As the leading workers' compensation experts, we are focused on industry standard-setting outcomes and individualized treatment that translates to attention to detail, improved patient education, communication, and motivation.  If you share the same commitment as we do, want to sharpen, or learn new skills, and love what you do daily, this position may be what you are looking for!