Travel Occupational Therapist - Per Week

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc.; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Continuing education

Health benefits

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc. seeks an Occupational Therapist to deliver therapy services in an acute healthcare setting. You will evaluate patients, develop and implement care plans, and document progress in alignment with guidelines.

The role requires NBCOT-OTR certification, BLS, state licensure, and at least 6 months of experience. New grads are encouraged to apply. Expect values-driven teamwork, with a focus on improving patients’ life skills and independence.

Qualifications

• NBCOT-OTR certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• State licensure to practice occupational therapy is required.
• Minimum 6 months of experience; new grads encouraged.
• Proficiency in anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' medical histories and develop treatment plans.
• Perform patient evaluations and set treatment goals.
• Assist patients with daily activities and task performance.
• Recommend accommodations and equipment as needed.
• Document progress for billing and reporting.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Medical terminology

Patient evaluation

Documentation/billing

Education

NBCOT-OTR certification

BLS certification

State licensure

Job description

Role:

Occupational Therapist (OT) providing therapy services in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities:

Evaluate patients' medical histories, develop and implement care plans, assist patients with daily activities, assess home and workplace environments, educate families and employers, recommend equipment, and document patient progress according to guidelines.

Qualifications and Skills:

Minimum of 6 months of experience (new grads encouraged), NBCOT-OTR certification, BLS certification, state-specific licensure, and a solid knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.

Key Duties:

Perform patient evaluations, develop treatment goals, assist with task performance, recommend accommodations, and ensure accurate documentation for billing and reporting.

This role involves working with diverse patient populations in an acute care setting, focusing on improving, regaining, and developing life skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits including weekly pay, continuing education, health benefits, and more.