Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,981 per week

TotalMed; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

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Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency seeks a travel Occupational Therapist for a role in Phoenix, Arizona. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months experience and the necessary certifications. This role demands a commitment to patient evaluation and development of care plans aimed at improving daily living skills. Expect fulfilling work in an acute care environment, assisting disabled or ill patients. Competitive pay and support from a dedicated recruitment team are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have BLS and NBCOT-OTR National Certification with state-specific licensing.
• Must have 6 months of experience; new grads encouraged to apply.
• Occupational Therapists should have sound knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Review medical histories and evaluate patients' conditions.
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on patient goals.
• Educate families and employers on patient care and accommodations.
• Assist patients with activities and daily living tasks.
• Assess home or workplace for adaptations to support patient needs.
• Educate family and employer on care needs and accommodations.
• Recommend equipment and instruct on its use.
• Document activities and progress for evaluations and reporting.

Skills

BLS certification

NBCOT certification

Experience with patient rehabilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

State Licensing

Job description

Overview

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Phoenix, Arizona.

Details

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours per week: 40 hours
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist (OT) for an immediate travel opening in Phoenix, AZ. OT should have 1 year of experience; for an exceptional candidate with an appropriate background, 6 months of experience may be accepted. Read below for additional requirements.

As an OT, you will be responsible for the evaluation and development of a plan of care for a variety of patients needing to improve, regain and develop skills needed for daily life. You will work in disabled, ill or injured patient populations in the acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Review patients' medical history, ask the patients questions, and observe them doing tasks.
• Evaluate a patient\'s condition and needs.
• Develop a treatment plan for patients, identifying specific goals and the types of activities that will be used to help the patient work toward those goals.
• Help people with various disabilities perform different tasks.
• Evaluate a patient\'s home or workplace and, on the basis of the patient\'s health needs, identify potential improvements.
• Educate a patient\'s family and employer about how to accommodate and care for the patient.
• Recommend special equipment and instruct patients on how to use that equipment.
• Assess and record patient\'s activities and progress for patient evaluations, for billing, and for reporting to physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Provide timely and accurate documentation following state and/or insurance guidelines.

Requirements

Must have 6 months of experience; however, new grads are encouraged to apply. Must have BLS and NBCOT-OTR National Certification with state-specific licensing.

Occupational Therapists should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. OTs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements: BLS, NBCOT (OTR), 2 Years. Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1390190. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Occupational Therapists - OT THER - Travel

About TNAA TotalMed Allied

In the fast-paced, highly competitive industry that is healthcare, you need a partner who works for and with you. At TotalMed, we’re a team who really cares. Our goal is to give gold standard customer care by enhancing the recruiter - traveler partnership with a high level of integrity and fun while supporting the experience you want to have throughout your travel career.

Our recruiters can help you evaluate the best healthcare jobs offered nationwide by uncovering your ideal career path and providing as much information as possible to assist in making the best decision for you in a no pressure atmosphere.

We care like no otherso that you can care like no other.

What the TotalMed experience can offer you:

• Top paying contracts
• 24x7 concierge one-on-one service to meet your needs
• Long or short term contracts available nationwide
• Top 10 agency per recent traveler surveys

Come experience the “Care like no other” difference!