Impactful OT: Float Across Units in Acute Care

vTech Solution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist (OT) at vTech Solution provides specialized therapeutic interventions to patients in an acute care hospital setting. You assess needs, develop and implement treatment plans, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote independence and recovery.

You will float between hospital units in a fast-paced environment, with a typical 8-9:1 patient-to-therapist ratio. Washington state OT license and acute care experience are required.

Qualifications

• Active Washington state OT license.
• Minimum of 1 year acute care occupational therapy experience.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records, specifically Epic.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a patient caseload with an 8-9 to 1 ratio.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments to evaluate physical and cognitive function.
• Develop and implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.
• Provide therapy interventions aimed at improving patient independence in daily activities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
• Document patient progress and treatment plans accurately using Epic charting system.
• Float between different hospital units as needed to meet patient care demands.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discharge planning.
• Adhere to hospital policies and procedures, including infection control and safety protocols.

Skills

Acute care OT experience

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Epic EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Caseload management 8-9:1

Education

Washington state OT license

Tools

Epic

Job description

The Occupational Therapist (OT) at vTech Solution provides specialized therapeutic interventions to patients in an acute care hospital setting. You assess needs, develop and implement treatment plans, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote independence and recovery.

You will float between hospital units in a fast-paced environment, with a typical 8-9:1 patient-to-therapist ratio. Washington state OT license and acute care experience are required.