Occupational Therapist

Advanced Care of St. Joseph

$87K — $104K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Occupational Therapist license in Missouri (or eligibility)
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  • Experience in skilled nursing facilities (SNF) is a plus, but new grads are encouraged to apply
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Passion for patient-centered care

Responsibilities

  • Provide patient evaluations and develop treatment plans
  • Deliver therapeutic interventions to improve patient function
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance care
  • Document patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
  • Educate patients and their families on occupational therapy processes
  • Maintain a clean and safe therapy environment
  • Participate in facility meetings and contribute to patient care improvements

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • $100/month employer contribution to HSA account
  • Daily Pay Option available
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Employer paid life insurance equaling 1x annual salary
  • 20 days of paid time off (PTO)
  • Personal Day Benefit
  • Flexible schedule options for work-life balance
  • Career development and advancement opportunities
  • Supportive local leadership and decision-making at facility level
Full Job Description
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full-Time & PRN | $7,500 Sign-On Bonus

Advanced Care of Saint Joseph | Saint Joseph, MO

Full-Time: $42-50/hour, plus a $7,500 sign-on bonus
PRN: $55-65/hour
Shift: Daytime hours

Vertical Health Services is hiring Occupational Therapists to join our in-house therapy team in Saint Joseph, MO. We're a locally managed, rapidly growing provider with rehab facilities across Missouri offering one consistent location, no travel between buildings, and a recently updated facility with a new therapy gym and equipment.

What You'll Do
  • Evaluate and treat patients across a diverse caseload - orthopedic, neurological, short-term rehab, and long-term care
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on functional independence
  • Collaborate with an in-house interdisciplinary therapy team
  • Document care and track patient progress in line with SNF standards
  • Use current equipment and modalities in our newly renovated therapy gym

Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • $100/month company HSA contribution
  • Daily Pay option
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employer-paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
  • 20 days PTO
  • Personal day benefit
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Career development and advancement opportunities

What You'll Need
  • Active Occupational Therapist license in Missouri (or eligibility)
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a patient-centered approach

SNF experience is a plus, but new grads are encouraged to apply.

New to skilled nursing? Many OTs here treat the same diagnoses seen in hospital settings, with more time to connect with and care for each patient.

Apply today and join a team where your work is valued and your growth is supported.

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