Occupational Therapist, Inpatient/Outpatient, PRN

UofL Health

Occupational Therapist responsible for patient evaluation and treatment at UofL Health facilities in Kentucky. Collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure effective treatment plans and quality care.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeLouisville • Kentucky • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient evaluation, treatment planning, and delivery of therapy services while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Strong communication skills are essential for effective interaction with patients and healthcare professionals.

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Patient EvaluationTreatment Plan DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceEffective CommunicationRelationship Building

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Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationDiplomacyRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed in Kentucky or Indiana

Industry Keywords

Patient TreatmentDischarge PlanningPerformance ImprovementProgram DevelopmentClinical Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients referred to the facility.
This includes patient evaluation, development and implementation of an appropriate treatment plan, delivery of treatment services, and comprehensive discharge planning.
Communicates patient status by providing timely written or verbal communication to physicians and therapy customers (e.g., patients)
Ensures that patient charges and corresponding clinical documentation are in compliance with regulatory standards and department policies and procedures.
Actively participates in program development, performance improvement activities, and community events sponsored by the organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS, MS or Doctorate level degree from accredited college or University (required)
Licensed or eligible in the Commonwealth of Kentucky or State of Indiana, as appropriate to the facility (required)
Varies based on practice setting and programmatic needs of the facility (required)
Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats and adjust communication style as appropriate to meet the needs of the audience
Demonstrates skills in diplomacy and relationship building to promote a positive team culture

Benefits

Comp & perks

Effective time management
Effective physician relations
Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Professional growth
Exceptional customer service