Travel Occupational Therapist - Up to $85 / HR

Travel Occupational Therapist

Ute, IA $177,355 - $180,200 a year

Profession: Occupational Therapy

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Occupational Therapist - Up to $85 / HR

13-week contract*

*Make Up to $43,000 during your 13-week assignment* This position is for a travel Occupational Therapist with a beautiful community hospital out in Iowa.

Job Description

Occupational therapy (OT) is an allied health profession that involves the therapeutic use of everyday activities, or occupations, to treat the physical, mental, developmental, and emotional ailments that impact a patient's ability to perform daily tasks. The responsibilities of Occupational Therapist include (but are not limited to):

• Evaluating a patient's condition and needs
• Developing treatment plans to address a patient's needs and help them meet specific goals
• Assessing a patient's home and/or work environment and recommending adaptations to fit the patient's needs and improve independence
• Training patients and their caregivers to use special equipment
• Assessing and documenting progress for evaluation, billing, and reporting purposes

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master of Occupational Therapy is required
• Current CPR certification
• One (1) year experience in acute care, or out/in-patient setting preferred
• Iowa State Occupational Therapy Licensure is required
• Adult therapy experience in an outpatient setting is preferred.
• Experience with general Pediatrics.
• Certified Lymphedema therapist is required.

As a Occupational Therapist with our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where patient care is our top priority. We offer a competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth and development.