Travel Occupational Therapist - Weekly Pay

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits day one

Continuing education

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association seeks an Occupational Therapist for travel assignments in acute care settings. You will evaluate patients and develop treatment plans to address diverse disabilities, with responsibilities including reviewing medical histories, creating goals, and educating families and employers on care.

Position requires NBCOT-OTR certification, state licensure, and BLS. The role involves 8-hour day shifts, 40 hours weekly, with weekly pay and day-one benefits, plus

Qualifications

• 6 months experience minimum; new grads encouraged to apply.
• NBCOT-OTR certification, state license, and BLS certification are required.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical histories and assess needs through observation and questioning.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with specific goals and activities.
• Assist patients in daily tasks and recommend home/workplace modifications.
• Educate patients' families and employers on care and accommodations.
• Recommending and instructing on the use of specialized equipment.
• Document patient progress and activities for evaluations, billing, and reporting to healthcare providers.

Skills

NBCOT-OTR

State license

BLS certification

Anatomy knowledge

Job description

Role: Occupational Therapist (OT) for travel assignments, working in acute care settings to evaluate and develop treatment plans for patients with various disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing patient medical histories and assessing their needs through observation and questioning.
• Developing individualized treatment plans with specific goals and activities.
• Assisting patients in performing daily tasks and recommending modifications to their home or workplace.
• Educating patients' families and employers on care and accommodations.
• Recommending and instructing on the use of specialized equipment.
• Documenting patient progress and activities for evaluations, billing, and reporting to healthcare providers.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 6 months experience; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Current NBCOT-OTR certification, state license, and BLS certification.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.

Additional details

The role involves working 8-hour day shifts, 40 hours per week, with requirements for additional certifications as needed. The position offers weekly pay, benefits from day one, and opportunities for continuing education and professional development.