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Job description
Leadership Opportunity | Career Growth | Comprehensive Benefits
Beacon Health System is seeking an experienced and passionate Lead Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in Kalamazoo, Michigan . This leadership role offers the unique opportunity to combine direct patient care with team mentorship, clinical excellence, and operational leadership.
If you're an Occupational Therapist who enjoys developing others, driving quality outcomes, and making a meaningful impact on patients and colleagues alike, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Beacon Health System?
At Beacon, we're committed to helping our associates thrive professionally and personally while delivering exceptional patient-centered care.
Beacon Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Contributions
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Assistance and Professional Development Support
Continuing Education Opportunities
Wellness Programs and Employee Assistance Resources
Career Advancement Opportunities within a growing health system
Collaborative and supportive leadership team
Position Summary
The Lead Occupational Therapist provides clinical leadership while maintaining an active patient caseload. This role partners with department leadership to support staff development, ensure high-quality patient care, improve operational efficiency, and foster a culture of teamwork and excellence.
The ideal candidate is a skilled clinician, strong communicator, and collaborative leader who is passionate about mentoring others and advancing rehabilitation services.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership
Lead and support the delivery of high-quality occupational therapy services.
Ensure adherence to organizational policies, therapy standards, and evidence-based practice.
Serve as a clinical resource for occupational therapists, therapy assistants, and interdisciplinary team members.
Assist with onboarding, mentoring, and developing rehabilitation staff.
Patient Care
Evaluate and treat patients experiencing functional limitations due to injury, illness, surgery, or neurological conditions.
Manage complex patient cases and provide clinical consultation when needed.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on maximizing patient independence and outcomes.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, case management, and rehabilitation professionals to coordinate care.
Team Development & Operations
Monitor and support staff performance and professional growth.
Help coordinate daily workflow, scheduling, and patient care activities.
Participate in process improvement initiatives and departmental projects.
Foster a positive, collaborative, and patient-first culture throughout the therapy department.
Support operational efficiency and productivity goals.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
Current Occupational Therapist licensure.
Current BLS/CPR Certification.
Minimum of one (1) year of occupational therapy clinical experience.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
Previous leadership, mentoring, charge therapist, or supervisory experience.
Experience in outpatient rehabilitation, hospital-based therapy, or multidisciplinary healthcare settings.
Why Occupational Therapists Choose Beacon
At Beacon Health System, our mission is to deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart. We invest in our therapists through leadership development, continuing education, and opportunities for career advancement while empowering them to make a lasting difference in the communities we serve.
If you're ready to advance your occupational therapy career and lead a talented rehabilitation team, we invite you to apply today.
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Worksite address
kalamazoo, MI, 49006, US
Who can apply
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