Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Batesville, AR

Occupational Therapist
Location: Batesville, AR
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Inpatient

Location

Batesville, AR | Inpatient / Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate patient care through evidence-based assessment and document findings in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Submit a detailed plan of care to the referring provider for approval and signature within 24 hours of completing evaluation.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans or make referral recommendations as needed; may float to Acute care as needed.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in patient care and provide education to enhance their clinical skills.
• Maintain accurate treatment records, statistical data, patient schedules, and submit treatment charges daily in the EMR.
• Continuously observe department equipment for hazards to ensure patient safety and contribute to the efficient operation of the Rehab Therapy Department.

Required Qualifications

• Prior Occupational Therapy experience required.
• Inpatient experience required.
• Experience with adult and geriatric patient populations required.
• Active Arkansas Occupational Therapy License required.
• Active American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Certification required.
• Current Skills Checklist (within the last year, pertinent to OT specialty) required.
• Two supervisory reference forms completed within the last two years required.
• Applicants must reside more than 90 miles from Batesville, AR to be eligible; applicants residing between 90–150 miles may be reviewed but may not be selected.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working within a multi-facility or regional referral health system.
• Familiarity with MediTech EMR.
• Experience supervising or mentoring Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs).

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work within a well-established, not-for-profit acute care regional referral center serving a broad multi-county area.
• Join a collaborative Rehabilitation team dedicated to evidence-based, quality patient care.