Travel Occupational Therapist — Acute Care & Trauma

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Travel Occupational Therapist sought for inpatient acute care in a Level 1 Trauma center. The role involves evaluating diverse patient populations, designing and implementing individualized care plans, and educating patients and families.

The therapist will supervise COTAs, collaborate with medical teams, and document in accordance with regulatory standards. Discharge planning support and outcome measurement are required responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Active OT license in Illinois required.
• BLS certification required.
• EPIC charting experience required.
• Level 1 Trauma center and NICU/PEDs experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat diverse inpatient populations, including neuro, NICU/PEDs, and multi-trauma cases.
• Design individualized care plans and educate patients and families.
• Supervise COTAs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Document in accordance with standards and assist in discharge planning.
• Perform examinations and use outcome measures to track progress.

Skills

BLS certification

OT transfer safety

Body mechanics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EPIC charting

Illinois OT license

Job description

Travel Occupational Therapist sought for inpatient acute care in a Level 1 Trauma center. The role involves evaluating diverse patient populations, designing and implementing individualized care plans, and educating patients and families.

The therapist will supervise COTAs, collaborate with medical teams, and document in accordance with regulatory standards. Discharge planning support and outcome measurement are required responsibilities.