Occupational Therapist / PRN

BrightSpring Health Services; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 73,012 - 79,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Driving, Travel, Mileage Reimbursement

Growth/Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to provide functional rehabilitation in home and community settings. You will work autonomously and as part of a dynamic team to enhance patient outcomes through tailored treatment plans.

The role offers a flexible schedule, paid hourly, and opportunities for growth. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy and state licensure. Join us in making a meaningful impact!

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted license as an Occupational Therapist in practice state.
• Current CPR Certification.
• A minimum of one year’s work experience as an Occupational Therapist.
• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and assist with patient transfers.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Regularly re-assess effectiveness of treatment plans.
• Perform discharge evaluations and provide safety recommendations.
• Communicate patient’s needs to the treatment team and family.
• Ensure collaboration and coordination of care.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Experience with complex neurological diagnoses

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Our Company

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation

Overview

Make an Impact in our Home and Community Program:

Who we are looking for:

• An experienced OT, enthusiastic about providing functional rehabilitation wherever life happens, whether at home, school, work, or in the community
• You are ready to treat your client beyond a staged environment into real life experiences like cooking in their kitchen, navigating grocery stores, restaurants, outdoor activities, and the workplace
• You thrive in an autonomous setting, and value being a part of a collaborative team of dynamic therapists

What you will receive:

• Flexible Schedule Created by You
• Paid per hour (not just per visit)
• Driving, Travel, Mileage Reimbursement
• Growth/Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities

What you will do: Responsibilities listed include but not limited to:

• Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans
• Regularly re‑assess effectiveness of treatment plans, attend staffing meetings and family conferences
• Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources
• Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services and family members
• Communicates with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care and enhance patient outcomes

Qualifications

What you will need:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a college or university with an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current, unrestricted license as an Occupational Therapist by state in which practicing
• Current CPR Certification
• A minimum of one year’s work experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses preferred
• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures
• Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/standing for extended periods
• Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times
• A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations

Salary Range

USD $53.00 - $58.00 / Hour