The Occupational Therapist will complete patient evaluations, develop treatment plans, and implement treatment programs across multiple outpatient locations. They will also supervise COTA staff and students while participating in multidisciplinary meetings and program development.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and possess a valid license to practice in Pennsylvania or New Jersey. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certifications are required.
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Whether you are a new grad seeking opportunities for professional growth and development or an experienced therapist searching for leadership possibilities and collaboration with skilled peers, Physical Therapy at St. Luke’s should be your top choice! St. Luke’s has been named a Top Workplace nationally, in the Philadelphia region, and in New Jersey with a culture that’s second to none. St. Luke’s is the ONLY healthcare institution in Pennsylvania and the highest ranked healthcare entity in the nation to be deemed a Top Workplace in 2025. Here at SLPT, we strive to exceed patient expectations with quality patient focused care that creates life-changing outcomes with every interaction. We understand the importance of 1:1 care. As such, patients are scheduled to guarantee that our therapists have ample time during their treatment sessions. Our Generous Benefits:
Competitive Salary + Bonus Opportunities
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Time Off options that allow you flexibility to maintain a work-life balance
Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Medical, Dental, & Vision
403 (b) retirement plan with employer contribution
Corporate discount plans
1:1 Mentorship
Accredited residencies and spine fellowship opportunities There are a variety of specialties available in our network to expand your skill set and strengthen your knowledge with specific patient populations including:
Neurological
Pediatrics
Hand Therapy Locations- Openings will vary by location availability (over 60 convenient locations and expanding in the Allentown, Berks, Bethlehem, Easton, Monroe, Miners, Upper Bucks, and Warren regions) Float opportunities to work at multiple locations with flexible scheduling and incentives. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Completes patient evaluations, develops treatment plans and implements treatment programs. Administers treatment at multiple locations for in/out patients. Supervises COTA daily as needed. Complete timely communication and documentation of patient related information. Represents OT in various multidisciplinary meetings. Assists in OT department cross training of OT personnel. Supervises OTR/ COTA field work students and volunteers. Promotes safety in the department on a daily basis and participates in and presents in-services to OT staff and others. Assists in developing and implementing program development. Provides back-up for departmental therapists during vacation periods. EDUCATION: Four –year Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy. Master’s Degree preferred. Successful completion of required license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey. Current Basic Life Support certification. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to sit for up to ninety minutes at a time. Be able to tolerate standing for thirty to forty-five minutes consecutively. Must be able to use hands/fingers to manipulate dials on machines. Must have the ability to lift/move patients up to 200 lbs., push/pull patients weighing up to 200 lbs. Must have the ability to occasionally stoop/bend, squat, crouch, kneel and reach above shoulder level. Must be capable of tactile sensation as it relates to feeling for muscle spasms, texture and skin temperature. Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation and ability to hear call bells. Must be capable of seeing as it relates to general vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Successful completion course work and completion of required clinical affiliations from an accredited occupational therapy educational program. CPR certification. SHIFT DETAILS:
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Bonus opportunities
Competitive salary
Flexible time off
403(b) retirement plan
Continuing education reimbursement
Public service loan forgiveness program
1:1 mentorship
Corporate discount plans
Accredited residencies
Spine fellowship opportunities
Full time, 36-40 hours per week
Part time, 16-36 hours per week
Per diem, 16 hours or less per week Locations open Monday-Friday. Hours vary depending on location. Closed for the 6 major Holidays with pay dependent on FTE status. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Founded in 1872, St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 23,000 employees providing services at 16 campuses and 350+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue in excess of $4 billion, the Network’s service area includes 11 counties in two states: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. St. Luke’s hospitals operate the largest network of trauma centers in Pennsylvania, with the Bethlehem Campus being home to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital. SLUHN is the only Lehigh Valley-based health care system to earn Medicare’s five-star ratings (the highest) for quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction. It is both a Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades Top Hospital and a Newsweek World’s Best Hospital. The Network’s flagship University Hospital has earned the 100 Top Major Teaching Hospital designation from Premier 13 times total and eleven years in a row, including in 2023 when it was identified as THE #4 TEACHING HOSPITAL IN THE COUNTRY. In 2021, St. Luke’s was identified as one of the 15 Top Health Systems nationally. St. Luke’s is the ONLY health care institution in the Lehigh Valley to be named a Top Workplace regionally repeating the exclusive honor for the third year in a row. Also, for the third straight year, St. Luke’s has been a Top Workplaces in the Philadelphia Region by the Philadelphia Inquirer, ranking 9th in the large employer category for 2025 and the only health care system in PA to receive this award. In 2025, St. Luke’s was recognized as a national Top Workplaces by USA Today, three years in a row, including the 3rd best health care system in the nation in 2023 and 2024. Lastly, in 2025, St. Luke’s was named a Top Workplace in New Jersey for the third year in a row. Learn More Here.
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