Travel Occupational Therapist - Full-Time

Aura Health; Preston (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Continuing education support

Certification funding

Job summary

Aura Health seeks a Travel Occupational Therapist to evaluate and develop care plans for patients in acute care settings. The role involves 8-hour shifts, travel capacity, and comprehensive benefits, with weekly pay and support for professional certifications.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, creating individualized plans, aiding with daily tasks, and educating families and employers. Licensure, BLS, and NBCOT-OTR are required, with ongoing opportunities for CE and advancement.

Qualifications

• 6 months of OT experience; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Required certifications include BLS, NBCOT-OTR, and MN state licensure.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' medical history and evaluate condition to inform treatment plans.
• Develop individualized OT treatment plans with specific goals and activities.
• Assist patients with disabilities in daily tasks and recommend adaptive equipment.
• Evaluate patients' home/work environments for safety and accessibility improvements.
• Educate patients, families, and employers on care strategies and accommodations.
• Document progress accurately for reporting and billing.

Skills

Mobility & stamina

Clinical reasoning

Education

MN licensure (state license)

BLS

NBCOT-OTR

Job description

Role:

Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) responsible for evaluating and developing care plans for patients in acute care settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' medical history, observe tasks, and evaluate their condition and needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with specific goals and activities.
• Assist patients with disabilities in performing daily tasks and recommend adaptive equipment.
• Evaluate patients' home or workplace environments for potential improvements.
• Educate patients' families and employers on care and accommodation strategies.
• Document patient progress and activities accurately for reporting and billing.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 6 months' experience as an Occupational Therapist; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Required certifications include BLS, NBCOT-OTR, and state-specific licensure.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Additional Information

The role involves working 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, in a travel capacity. The position offers comprehensive benefits, weekly pay, continuing education, and support for professional certifications.