Occupational Therapist (OT) - SNF / LTC - Contract

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing accommodations

Direct deposit

CEU Reimbursement

Assignment completion bonuses

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an Occupational Therapist / OT for a contract assignment in a SNF/LTC setting in California. The OT will evaluate referred patients, provide direct therapy, develop treatment plans with physician-guided goals, document patient progress, and educate patients and families on occupational therapy methods.

License in the state of California or in the process is required; graduate from an accredited program.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs.
• Provide direct OT services and develop treatment plans.
• Set realistic and achievable goals; document progress.
• Educate patients and families on occupational therapy methods.

Skills

Direct patient care

Assessment skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

OT degree from accredited program

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.
• 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

Please apply online for this fantastic opportunity. We look forward to assisting you in finding an optimal career.