Occupational Therapist - Per Diem & Home Care Travel

Lehigh Valley Hospital; Dickson City (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and plan therapy to restore function and independence. You will implement evidence-based OT techniques, develop individualized plans with patients and families, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to help patients return to daily activities.

The role requires binding OT licensure in Pennsylvania, potential travel for Home Care, and a commitment to high-quality patient care within a leading health network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy (OT) required.
• Less than 1 year of clinical experience as required by the school program.
• Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning in evaluation and diagnosis-based planning.
• Ability to work at various locations per diem.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques.
• Strong communication with patients, family, and co-workers.
• Travel to Home Care patient assignments may be required.
• AHA Basic Life Support - PA required upon hire.
• OT - Licensed Occupational Therapist - PA upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements OT plans of care to restore function and prevent disability.
• Applies evidence-based therapy techniques (exercises, manual techniques, mobility training, ADL training).
• Provides OT treatment aligned with patient needs assessment.
• Performs reassessments and updates plans as needed.
• Communicates patient progress to supervisor, physician, and team.
• Delivers care with developmentally appropriate, patient-family directed approach.
• Provides supervision as required by regulations.
• Sets measurable goals and time frames for OT care.
• Ensures documentation adheres to policies and regulatory standards.

Skills

Occupational therapy techniques

Communication with patients and team

Per diem work flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree Occupational Therapy

Master's Degree Occupational Therapy

Doctorate Occupational Therapy

Licensed Occupational Therapist - PA

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and plan therapy to restore function and independence. You will implement evidence-based OT techniques, develop individualized plans with patients and families, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to help patients return to daily activities.

The role requires binding OT licensure in Pennsylvania, potential travel for Home Care, and a commitment to high-quality patient care within a leading health network.