Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Akron, OH

Occupational Therapist
Location: Akron, OH
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

Ohio

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/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, discharge planning, and patient/family education
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and OT/COTA students in the application of occupational therapy theory and techniques
• Complete all required documentation, including initial evaluations, daily progress notes, and discharge summaries, within defined timeframes
• Promote patient and employee safety through safe patient handling, infection control practices, and adherence to facility safety policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) licensure in the state of Ohio
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with applicable federal, state, and local OT practice standards and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to perform patient evaluations and develop appropriate, individualized treatment plans
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to complete progress notes and evaluation reports within required timeframes
• Ability to supervise COTAs, students, and other staff members competently

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an interdisciplinary team setting with involvement in discharge planning processes
• Experience supervising COTAs or OT students in a clinical environment
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

Why Join Us

• Join a team that prioritizes both patient safety and employee well-being in a collaborative, quality-focused care environment
• Opportunity to work within a structured interdisciplinary team that values communication, resourcefulness, and superior patient outcomes