Occupational Therapist

NurseDeck Inc; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NurseDeck Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Washington state to evaluate, plan, and implement therapeutic interventions that help patients regain daily living and work skills. The role collaborates with patients, families, and care teams to deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care across diverse ages and conditions.

Licensure and 2 years of recent experience are required; NBCOT is a plus. On-site position with opportunities to contribute to discharge planning and adaptive

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years.
• Current Occupational Therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the applicable state.
• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, assessment tools, and treatment techniques.
• Ability to work with patients across diverse age groups and clinical conditions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and clinical documentation skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations to assess functional abilities and limitations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), motor skills, coordination, and functional mobility.
• Recommend adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and environmental modifications.
• Monitor patient progress, reassess outcomes, and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic strategies, safety techniques, and home programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in care planning, case conferences, and discharge planning as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, infection control practices, and healthcare regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

EHR proficiency

Clinical documentation

OT principles

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, regain, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and work.

This role focuses on improving functional independence, safety, and quality of life for individuals with physical, cognitive, or developmental challenges.

The Occupational Therapist collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations to assess functional abilities and limitations
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), motor skills, coordination, and functional mobility
• Recommend adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and environmental modifications
• Monitor patient progress, reassess outcomes, and modify treatment plans as needed
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic strategies, safety techniques, and home programs
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
• Participate in care planning, case conferences, and discharge planning as applicable
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, infection control practices, and healthcare regulations

Required Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years.
• Current Occupational Therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the applicable state
• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles, assessment tools, and treatment techniques
• Ability to work with patients across diverse age groups and clinical conditions
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and clinical documentation skills
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior clinical experience in outpatient, inpatient, rehabilitation, school-based, or long-term care settings
• Experience working with orthopedic, neurological, pediatric, or geriatric populations

Certifications

• National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification
• CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (if required by facility or state regulation