Travel Occupational Therapist

Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 healthcare benefits

401K Plan with 4% Company Match

FREE Mentorship

Relocation Assistance

Weekly On-time pay

Tax-free stipends for travel contracts

Registry/PRN opportunities

Job summary

Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing in Arlington, Virginia is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team. The ideal candidate will engage with patients to assess their treatment needs, develop personalized therapy plans, and collaborate with their healthcare team. Strong communication, organizational skills, and compassion are essential. Benefits include healthcare from Day 1, a 401K plan, and mentorship opportunities, ensuring a supportive work environment for patient care.

Qualifications

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to stay positive and compassionate with patients.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients from diverse backgrounds and discuss their health concerns.
• Conduct evaluations to determine starting points for each patient.
• Create specific therapy plans to meet mobility goals.
• Work with care teams for adequate follow-up care.
• Maintain records of patient therapy and progress.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills

Compassionate care

Education

State license for occupational therapy

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist, you will be meeting with several patients in a day, discussing their treatment needs and ultimate goals, and crafting customized, comprehensive therapy plans for them. You will also work closely with other doctors or members of their health team to arrange follow-up care, help educate patients on lifestyle changes they may need, and provide a positive, affirming presence in their lives. The ideal candidate has a compassionate style of care, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable handling multiple different cases at a time.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients from many different backgrounds and compassionately discuss their health concerns and therapy needs
• Conduct evaluations to determine a starting point for each patient
• Create a therapy plan specific to each patient that will help them meet their mobility goals
• Work closely with other members of each patient’s care team to provide adequate follow-up care
• Maintain excellent records of patient therapy and progress

Qualifications

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• The ability to stay positive and compassionate over a long period of time with patients

Benefits and Perks

• Day 1 healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision, and with HSA compatible plans
• 401K Plan with 4% Company Match
• FREE Mentorship
• Relocation Assistance
• Weekly On-time pay
• Tax-free stipends for travel contracts
• Local travel contracts
• Registry/PRN opportunities while on assignment to boost income

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.