Occupational Therapist

Join our dedicated rehab team and provide meaningful care as an Occupational Therapist in a vibrant Alaskan community. We welcome new grads!

HIGHLIGHTS: 

• Flexible Caseload: Treat a wide variety of clients across acute care, long-term care, outpatient, and home health settings.
• Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.
• Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2000 HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.

RESPONSIBILITY

• Evaluate and treat patients in accordance with the Alaska Occupational Therapy Practice Act.
• Develop individualized therapy goals and plans in collaboration with patients and care teams.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to program development.
• Provide patient and family education to support ongoing care and recovery.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA-accredited university.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Alaska.
• Current CPR certification.
• Three or more years of clinical experience preferred, with a background across various settings (acute, LTC, outpatient).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation.
• Physical Requirements: Moderate physical demands including heavy lifting, prolonged standing, and assisting patients with mobility.

ENVIRONMENT:

The South Peninsula Hospital is a combined 22-bed Acute Care Critical Access Hospital and 28-bed Long Term Care facility located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula in South-Central Alaska.
The Occupational Therapist works in a rural setting with diverse patient needs across multiple care environments. Opportunities for cross-training and professional development are encouraged.
Job hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases and the physical demands of patient handling.