Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Nashville, TN

Occupational Therapist
Location: Nashville, TN
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

TN

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop, administer, direct, and supervise occupational therapy treatment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and guidelines
• Assess patients' level of functioning upon physician orders and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and patient/family goals
• Participate in the interdisciplinary team process, including team conferences, and collaborate with other team members to provide optimal patient care
• Coordinate discharge planning for each patient, including placement recommendations, patient/family education, and adaptive equipment issuance and training
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and OT/COTA students in the application of occupational therapy theory and techniques; assist with new staff orientation
• Complete all required documentation including initial evaluations, daily progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in accordance with department policy and within defined timeframes

Required Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) license in the state of Tennessee or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to applicable federal, state, and local OT practice standards and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to complete progress notes and clinical records within required timeframes
• Commitment to patient and employee safety practices, including safe patient handling and infection control protocols

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience supervising COTAs, OT students, or other clinical staff
• Experience with interdisciplinary team collaboration and participation in care conferences
• Background in discharge planning, including adaptive equipment recommendations and caregiver training

Why Join Us

• Join a team that prioritizes patient safety, quality of care, and a collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through comprehensive, patient-centered occupational therapy services