Occupational Therapist - PRN

CARIN Alliance; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

CARIN Alliance is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist in an acute care setting to provide skilled evaluation and treatment, develop personalized rehab plans, and educate patients and families on therapy goals. You will coordinate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to support discharge planning and optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities include creating treatment plans, delegating to assistants, documenting care, and making referrals when needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensed or registered Occupational Therapist (OT).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to assess, reassess, and consult on therapy services.
• No prior experience required; supervision experience not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct patient care and developing treatment strategies.
• Educating patients and families about therapy plans.
• Collaborating with healthcare providers for optimal patient outcomes.
• Delegating tasks appropriately and ensuring documentation compliance.
• Making referrals to specialists when needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Assessment

Documentation

Delegation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Role Overview

This PRN Occupational Therapist position in an acute care setting involves providing skilled evaluation and treatment services to patients, developing personalized rehabilitation programs to enhance daily functioning. The role requires close collaboration with physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams, along with patient education and discharge planning. Responsibilities include establishing treatment plans, delegating tasks to assistants, documenting care, and making referrals as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Licensed or registered Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to assess, reassess, and consult on therapy services
• No prior experience required; supervision experience not necessary

Key Duties

• Providing direct patient care and developing treatment strategies
• Educating patients and families about therapy plans
• Collaborating with healthcare providers for optimal patient outcomes
• Delegating tasks appropriately and ensuring documentation compliance
• Making referrals to specialists when needed

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy