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Occupational Therapist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Prescott, AZ, 86301
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 39.18-58.28 HOUR
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Occupational Therapist at Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center, you will see between 4 to 6 patients daily for initial evaluations, re-evaluations, or treatments. We have 60-minute sessions 1:1 with patients. You’ll work alongside physicians, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other health professionals to assess patients, develop a plan of care, and carry out their treatment plan. You’ll evaluate and re-evaluate patients and provide physicians with updates on improvements to the patient’s daily life.
Apply today and discover why our employees love working here!
- Work with physicians, physical therapists, speech therapists, and others to evaluate new patients and recommend a plan of care.
- Provide treatments to patients focusing on increasing range of motion, strengthening, and maintaining balance during daily activities
- Recommend adaptive equipment and customize it as needed
- Perform re-evaluation assessments to update progress, status changes, etc.
- Document all evaluations, treatments, and any changes to the treatment plan
- Seek help when needed; provide support when others request it - this can include assistance with tasks, advice, mentoring, or help to obtain additional specialty certifications if you’re interested.
- Maintain a friendly and upbeat attitude to motivate our patients to do their best.
Required
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program required
Internship or rotation in appropriate clinical setting required
Licensed to practice occupational therapy in the state of Arizona American Heart Association Basic Life Support
Computer skills required
Preferred
Masters or Doctorate degree in appropriate clinical area preferred
2 years progressive experience in clinical area performing patient clinical care preferred
Prior use of electronic health record preferred
Dignity Health-Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC) now part of CommonSpirit Health, is a dynamic, value-driven, non-profit healthcare leader. Evolved from a community hospital, we are now a state-of-the-art system featuring two acute care hospitals and an extensive network of primary and specialty clinics. We are deeply committed to community impact and offer a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services. If you seek innovation and clear career advancement opportunities within an integrated provider, apply today.
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Frequently asked questions
Prescott, AZ has a growing demand for occupational therapists, driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare services. While competition exists, candidates with Arizona licensure and clinical experience often find favorable opportunities, especially in integrated health systems like Catholic Health Initiatives.
In addition to Arizona licensure, certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association and specialty credentials in neurological or pediatric occupational therapy can enhance employability in Prescott’s healthcare facilities, including Dignity Health.
At Catholic Health Initiatives, occupational therapists focus on individualized 60-minute patient sessions, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to tailor adaptive equipment and document patient progress, which is essential for integrated care in a regional medical center.
Occupational therapists often advance into leadership roles such as supervisors or clinical specialists, or pursue advanced degrees for research or consultancy positions. Catholic Health Initiatives supports professional development, offering mentoring and specialty certification opportunities.
Occupational therapists at Catholic Health Initiatives work side-by-side with physicians, physical therapists, and speech therapists to assess patient needs and adjust care plans collaboratively, fostering comprehensive rehabilitation strategies within the hospital and outpatient networks.
Employees at Catholic Health Initiatives enjoy a value-driven environment with strong community impact focus, career advancement options, and access to modern facilities like Dignity Health-Yavapai Regional Medical Center, enhancing job satisfaction for occupational therapists.
Occupational therapists in Prescott typically earn between $75,000 and $90,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. This aligns with regional healthcare pay scales, reflecting the demand for skilled therapists in medical centers like Catholic Health Initiatives.
While Prescott offers a more community-focused caseload with strong hospital affiliations, larger cities tend to have higher patient volumes and diverse specialties. However, Prescott’s slower pace and integrated system appeal to therapists seeking balanced workloads.
Candidates need graduation from an accredited occupational therapy program, Arizona state licensure, clinical internship experience, and Basic Life Support certification. Proficiency with electronic health records is preferred, ensuring seamless patient documentation.
Catholic Health Initiatives encourages continuous learning by offering mentorship, facilitating specialty certification acquisition, and providing access to professional development resources, helping occupational therapists stay current with clinical best practices.