Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Bowling Green, KY

Occupational Therapist
Location: Bowling Green, KY
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Occupational Therapist

Location

Kentucky

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' level of functioning upon physician orders and develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and patient and family goals.
• Plan, implement, and document occupational therapy treatments in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and guidelines.
• Participate in the interdisciplinary team process, including team conferences, and collaborate with other team members to coordinate patient care.
• Manage discharge planning for each patient, including placement recommendations, patient and family education, and adaptive equipment needs.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), OT and COTA students, and assist with new staff orientation.
• Promote patient and employee safety through safe patient handling, infection control practices, and adherence to all safety policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Current and valid Occupational Therapist licensure or eligibility to practice in the state of Kentucky.
• Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop appropriate, individualized treatment plans.
• Knowledge of and adherence to federal, state, and local occupational therapy standards and regulations.
• Ability to complete thorough and timely clinical documentation including daily progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience supervising COTAs, therapy students, or other clinical staff.
• Experience with discharge planning processes including equipment recommendations and caregiver training.
• Background in a rehabilitation or post-acute care setting.

Why Join Us

• Work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment that prioritizes both patient safety and quality of care.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes through individualized, evidence-based occupational therapy practice.