Occupational Therapist (OT) - Acute Care

Jackson, MS Full-Time Regular $70,400.00 - $85,000.00

Occupational Therapist – Acute Care
Hospital-Based Position Sign-On Bonus New Grads Welcome


What Makes This Opportunity Different

Comprehensive Acute Care Experience:

  • Treat patients across ICU, stroke, trauma, orthopedic, neurological, and general medical units
  • Work in a Level II Trauma Center and Certified Stroke Center environment
  • Develop expertise with high-acuity, medically complex cases
  • Join an established 8-hospital healthcare network with career advancement potential

Supportive Clinical Environment:

  • Manageable daily patient load of 8–10 individuals
  • Quality-focused culture with flexible productivity standards
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and support staff
  • Access to experienced clinicians who value teamwork and patient outcomes

Structured Training for All Experience Levels:

  • Comprehensive mentorship program pairs you with seasoned acute care practitioners
  • 90-day competency-building pathway with phased independence
  • Begin with full preceptor support, transition to supervised practice, then independent care
  • Leadership team brings extensive acute care background and teaching expertise

Competitive Total Rewards:

  • Total sign-on incentive: $7,500 (paid in installments)
  • Experience-based hourly compensation

Work-Life Balance

Scheduling:

  • Standard weekday hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Half-hour lunch break included
  • Rotational weekend coverage: approximately once every four weeks when at full staffing

Total Benefits Package:

  • Time off: Generous PTO
  • Insurance: Full medical, dental, vision, and life coverage effective immediately
  • Professional development: $250 annual continuing education allowance plus one paid educational day per year (with proof of 6+ CEUs completed)
  • Loan forgiveness eligible: Qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapy program (all degree levels considered)
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state
  • Recent graduates and experienced practitioners both encouraged to apply
  • Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Motivated to develop advanced acute care clinical competencies
  • Patient-centered approach with focus on functional independence and quality of life

Interested in Learning More?

Reach out at jobs@np-hc.com or browse additional opportunities at www.nealypierce.com/job


ABOUT US

Nealy Pierce is leading the way for Nursing Leadership, Therapy and Pharmacy opportunities. We take the time to understand your situation and what is most important to you before recommending any opportunity. If you are looking for another position, check out our Available Positions @ https://www.nealypierce.com/job. We are working on new positions all the time, so if you can't find what you're looking for email jobs@np-hc.com and a Career Consultant will reach out to you to get a better understanding of what you're looking for and if we have something available.

Contact Information

Ryan Tennant rtennant@np-hc.com (346) 692-9846

Please submit your most recent resume and application prior to contacting a member of our team for additional details about the specific position you are interested in.