Occupational Therapist (OT) - SNF / LTC - Contract

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for a contract assignment in a SNF/LTC setting. The OT will assess referred patients, establish and administer treatment programs, and document patient progress under physician direction.

Must have graduated from an accredited OT program, hold or be in process for state licensure, and maintain CPR certification. Collaboration with disciplines and patient/family education are key.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current state license or in the process of licensure as an OT.
• Current CPR certification.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy services per physician orders.
• Assess patient needs, plan, evaluate and modify care to meet OT goals.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to plan and evaluate patient goals.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and determine rehabilitation needs.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with goals based on patient capacity.
• Document patient condition and progress; educate patients and families in OT methods.
• Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to achieve patient goals.

Skills

CPR certification

Assessment skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

OT degree

Job description

A great SNF / LTC is looking for an experienced or newly graduated Occupational Therapist / OT to join their growing team for a contract assignment!

The Occupational Therapist / OT is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Occupational Therapist / OT will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Occupational Therapist / OT must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patient's condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate occupational therapy method.

Requirements include:

• Must have graduated from an accredited school.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist / OT or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist / OT.
• Current CPR certification.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy services / interventions in accordance with physician orders.
• Assesses patient needs, plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of occupational therapy interventions.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient.

About Centra:

Centra Healthcare Solutions is a nationwide employment firm focusing on finding you an Occupational Therapy Job, OT Job, OT Travel Job, Travel Occupational Therapy Job, Occupational Therapist Job and Travel OT Job. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each healthcare professional's criteria.

Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra:

• Highly competitive pay rates
• 401(k) plan
• Direct deposit
• CEU Reimbursement
• A chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United States
• High coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance plan
• License and medical reimbursement
• Housing accommodations
• Assignment completion bonuses