Occupational Therapist- Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital San Antonio Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Pittsburgh is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to support patient recovery on a PRN/Per diem basis. The OT will conduct individualized therapy regimens and monitor patient responses in a high‑trauma post‑ICU setting.

Responsibilities include participating in discharge planning, educating patients and families, and supervising OTAs and OT/COTA students. Current state licensure and BLS (or completion within 90 days) are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment.

Skills

Current state licensure as an OT

Job description

Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)
Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Pittsburgh
Schedule: PRN/Per diem
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.