Therapy - OT

Occupational Therapist

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Profession: Occupational Therapy Specialty: Home Health

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: Minimum Years of Experience required

License: Licensed by the State of Oregon as an Occupational Therapist

Certifications: Current certification in BLS; must show proof of auto insurance

Must-Have: Must have own car; patient care provided in homes

Description: The Occupational Therapist is an integral member of the interdisciplinary team. They develop, administer, and implement therapeutic services. These services are designed to help patients regain their optimal level of function. This includes meaningful daily activities such as self-care, leisure, and work. The Occupational Therapist will be supervised by the Client Manager.

Essential Job Functions:

• Accept responsibility for evaluating patients' functional status.
• Make decisions based on objective tests and measurements.
• Communicate observations, facts, and treatment suggestions to the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide education and direction to patients and coworkers as appropriate.
• Work independently and cooperatively.
• Recognize and protect patient rights.
• Convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing grief, pain, or trauma.
• Complete accurate and concise documentation of all communications and treatment activities.
• Adapt to emergency situations and be alert to changes in patients' conditions.

The employee supports the mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures of the organization. Participate in required education for applicable programs. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Required - Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum. Eligible for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association. Desired - Evidence of continuing education appropriate for skill level and area of practice.
• Current knowledge of occupational therapy as related to physical disability and rehabilitation procedures.
• Knowledge of mental health concepts, the elderly population, long-term care, and home health and hospice.
• Preferred: Registration as an Occupational Therapist with the American Occupational Therapy Association. CRASE training may be required if the travel assignment extends beyond a specific period.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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