- Occupational Therapist

Staff Today Inc; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel package

Referral rewards

Exclusive Employee Benefits

Job summary

Staff Today Inc. in Hermiston, OR is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team. The role offers an hourly local pay rate of $69.70 and a travel package with a base travel rate plus lodging and incidental stipends.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with occasional weekend rotation and holiday coverage. The successful candidate will evaluate patients, perform assessments, communicate with the interdisciplinary team, provide patient education, document care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
• Current OT licensure in applicable state.
• Minimum 1+ years’ experience as a OT.
• Valid driver's license.
• Current BLS certification.
• Copy of auto insurance.
• Additional certifications may be required.
• Primary Source Verification (PSV) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional status and implement physician plan of care.
• Complete assessment/reassessment using objective tests and measurements.
• Communicate observations and treatment suggestions with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide education and direction to patients and coworkers.
• Work independently and cooperatively.
• Protect patient rights and convey empathy and compassion.
• Document all communications and treatment activity accurately.
• Adapt to emergency situations and monitor changes in patient condition.
• Support hospital mission, policies, and DN V program education.
• Agency nurses may be floated to other departments before core staff.

Skills

Licensed OT

BLS certified

Driver's license

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Hermiston,OR

Local Pay: $69.70/hour

Travel Package: Travel Rate (based on 40 hours): Hourly $29.57, Stipend (Lodging $770.00 + M&I $476.00) = $1,246.00, Total Comp:$2,428.80

Travel Eligibility: Candidates must live at least 50+ miles from the facility to qualify for Travel Pay.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional care in a professional healthcare setting.

We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality patient care.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Referral Rewards- Receive referral bonuses for eligible candidates you refer.
• Personalized Support - Work with a dedicated recruiter committed to your success.
• Exclusive Employee Benefits - Enjoy free continuing education (CEUs) exclusive marketplace discounts, hotel savings, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.

Shift Details

Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM, With weekend rotation, Must work New Years.

Occupational Therapist Duties & Responsibilities

• Accept responsibility for evaluation of the patients functional status and for interpretations and implementation of the physicians plan of care.
• Complete assessment/reassessment and make decisions based upon objective tests and measurements.
• Communicate observations, facts and treatment suggestions as an interdisciplinary team member, individually and through team meetings to ensure coordination of the plan of care.
• Provide education and direction to patients and coworkers as appropriate.
• Work independently and cooperatively.
• Recognize and protect patient rights.
• Convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing grief, pain or trauma.
• Complete accurate and concise documentation of all communications, coordination and treatment activity.
• Adapt to emergency situations, be alert to changes in the patients condition.
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
• Agency nurses will be floated to other departments where they are qualified to perform patient care before core staff is floated.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
• Current Certified Occupational Therapy licensure in applicable state
• Minimum 1+ years’ experience as a OT
• Must have a valid drivers license.
• Must have a current certification in BLS
• Must show proof of auto insurance
• Additional certifications may be required.
• Copy of current, completed Primary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.
• Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g., .BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test, or other client-specific requirements)

For questions about this opportunity, please contact Michael at [phone], Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PST.