Occupational Therapist- Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Fort Thomas (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,235 - 85,790; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility for part-time employees

Employee assistance program

Extensive orientation program

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Fort Thomas, KY, is looking for an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our dedicated team in providing excellent patient care in a critical illness recovery setting. This PRN position involves conducting patient therapy, monitoring progress, and collaborating on discharge planning. Candidates should have current OT licensure and must obtain BLS certification. Join us and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve while enjoying opportunities for advancement and comprehensive support for your well-being.

Qualifications

• Must have current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• BLS certification required within first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitor patients’ responses to treatment.
• Supervise certified occupational therapy assistants and students.
• Participate in discharge planning including patient/family education.

Skills

Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist

Certified BLS

Job description

Position

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location

Fort Thomas, KY - Inside of St. Elizabeth's Hospital

Schedule

PRN/Per Diem/As Needed

Compensation

$53.00 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital - Northern Kentucky is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives - and Occupational Therapists (OT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well‑being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.
• Participate in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment.
• Supervise certified occupational therapy assistants (OTAs), as well as OT and COTA students.
• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitor patients’ responses to treatment.
• Participate in continuing education seminars and in-services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.