Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist with at least 1 year of experience for a 13-week inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation assignment in Colorado.

Details

• Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation therapy setting
• Monday–Friday schedule
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active Colorado OT license required (license required if applicable)
• Valid NBCOT registration certification required
• Minimum 1 year of OT experience
• Current BLS certification required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and 20 lbs frequently, with full range of motion in all major joints
• Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, and squat for extended periods, and sit up to 2 hours at a time
• Manual dexterity required to operate equipment and computers
• DOB and SSN may be required for consideration

Additional Information

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians
• Implement therapy programs addressing ADLs, sensorimotor activities, prevocational and vocational skills, and functional tasks
• Complete discharge planning in coordination with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare team members
• Design and instruct patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs and recommend appropriate assistive equipment
• Supervises Rehab Aides and contributes to in-service training and staff development
• Reports to the Rehabilitation Services Director and works closely with the Rehabilitation Services Manager and related clinical departments
• Work environment is indoors; may involve exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials