Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,980 per week

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc. seeks an Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide therapy in an acute care setting, evaluating patients and creating tailored treatment plans.

The role includes assisting with skill development, recommending adaptive equipment, and educating patients and families to promote daily living independence. Candidates must have NBCOT-OTR certification, current state licensure, BLS, and strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Requires NBCOT-OTR certification, state OT license, and BLS certification.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and lean for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement therapy and assist with skill improvement.
• Recommend equipment and educate patients and families.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Medical terminology

Ability to stand/walk/bend

Education

NBCOT-OTR certification

State OT license

BLS certification

Job description

Role:

Occupational Therapist (OT) focusing on therapy in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities:

Evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, assist with skill improvement, recommend equipment, and educate patients and their families.

Key Duties:

Review medical histories, assess patient needs, perform therapy activities, evaluate home/work environments, document progress, and ensure compliance with medical and insurance guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills:

Minimum 6 months of experience (new grads encouraged), valid NBCOT-OTR certification, state licensing, BLS certification, and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology. Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lean for extended periods.

This role involves working 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, with responsibilities centered on patient evaluation, planning, and therapy implementation to enhance daily living skills.