Occupational Therapist / PRN

Select Medical; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Akron is seeking an Occupational Therapist for PRN/Per Diem coverage in Akron, OH. You will provide inpatient OT services to critically ill patients and participate in discharge planning.

Responsibilities include supervising OTAs and students, conducting individualized therapy, monitoring responses to treatment, and pursuing continuing education. Current state OT licensure and BLS are required, with completion within 90 days if not yet certified.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

State licensure as OT

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Akron, OH

Schedule: PRN/Per Diem/As NeededCompensation: $52.00 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital - Akronis 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 Occupational Therapist (OT) 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.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans