Occupational Therapist- Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Omaha, NE is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide compassionate, patient-centered care per-diem/PRN. This role focuses on delivering individualized therapy plans and contributing to discharge planning and education.

You will supervise certified occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) and OT/COTA students, monitor patient progress, participate in continuing education, and help advance recovery for critically ill patients.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Job description

Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Omaha, NE

Schedule: Per-diem/PRN - no weekends

Compensation: $55.00/hr.

Select Specialty Hospital 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.
• 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.