Occupational Therapist OT Temporary

Cassia; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Rehab seeks an Occupational Therapist to join the Fargo Elim Health Care Center on a temporary basis. The OT will evaluate and treat patients, develop individualized plans, and guide therapeutic activities to improve independence.

Responsibilities include education for patients and families, monitoring progress, and collaboration with the healthcare team. Position is full-time PRN, 35–40 hours per week from November 2026 to January 2027, with a wage of $50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an Accredited Occupational Therapy Program and have a bachelor’s degree.
• Must possess a current Accredited NDOccupational Therapy (OTR) License.
• Must possess strong knowledge of state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to long-term care.
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.

Responsibilities

• Assess & Evaluate Patients: Conduct evaluations to understand patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional needs affecting daily activities.
• Develop & Implement Treatment Plans: Create personalized intervention programs to improve independence in daily tasks and work-related functions.
• Provide Therapeutic Activities: Guide patients through exercises, adaptive techniques, and assistive device training to enhance motor skills and coordination.
• Educate & Support Patients & Families: Provide patient and caregiver education such as coping strategies, home modifications, and techniques to improve quality of life and independence.
• Monitor Progress & Adjust Plans: Track patient improvements, document progress, and modify treatment approaches as needed.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Teams: Work with doctors, physical therapists, and other professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.

Skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Accredited OT program

Job description

Pro Rehab, an established Rehab company with over 35 years of successful business is hiring an Occupational Therapist. We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join the team at Fargo Elim Health Care Center temporarily.

As our Occupational Therapist (OT), you will evaluate and treat patients to improve their ability to perform daily activities and maintain independence. Your responsibilities will include assessing patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional needs, developing individualized treatment plans, guiding patients through therapeutic activities, recommending adaptive techniques and assistive devices, educating patients and families, monitoring progress, and collaborating with healthcare teams to support quality patient care. To be successful, you must have strong assessment and rehabilitation skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to helping patients improve their independence and quality of life.

Position Type: Full-Time PRN - 35 - 40 Hours a week from November 2026 - January 2027

Wage Range: $50 / hour

Location: 3534 University Drive S, Fargo, ND, 58104

Occupational Therapist Responsibilities

• Assess & Evaluate Patients: Conduct evaluations to understand patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional needs affecting daily activities.
• Develop & Implement Treatment Plans: Create personalized intervention programs to improve independence in daily tasks and work-related functions.
• Provide Therapeutic Activities: Guide patients through exercises, adaptive techniques, and assistive device training to enhance motor skills and coordination.
• Educate & Support Patients & Families: Provide patient and caregiver education such as but not limited to: coping strategies, home modifications, and techniques to improve quality of life and independence.
• Monitor Progress & Adjust Plans: Track patient improvements, document progress, and modify treatment approaches as needed.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Teams: Work with doctors, physical therapists, and other professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.

Occupational Therapist Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an Accredited Occupational Therapy Program and have a bachelor’s degree.
• Must possess a current Accredited NDOccupational Therapy (OTR) License
• Must possess strong knowledge regarding state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to long-term care.
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.

About Pro Rehab

Our philosophy reflects the belief that each individual is a unique and important person. We help to promote the dignity and self-worth of each person in a safe, friendly, and progressive manner. Pro Rehab has expertise in long term care, sub-acute, transitional care, home health and outpatient. We currently provide services at over 30 locations in Minnesota, North Dakota and Iowa.