Travel Occupational Therapist
Grand Forks, ND
Wellspring Nurse Source
5x8 hrs, Days

Shift Information

5x8 days, 14 weeks

Job Overview

The Occupational Therapist/Hand Therapist is responsible for performing evaluations and treatments for patients in accordance with licensure standards. This role involves working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to develop patient goals, care plans, and identify barriers to discharge.

Key Responsibilities

• Select and implement evaluation and treatment methods tailored to the patient's age, diagnosis, symptoms, and physician orders, while ensuring proper documentation.
• Orient patients and their families to the therapy evaluation and treatment processes, providing education and support related to their health and well-being.
• Coordinate treatment schedules across various disciplines, utilizing appropriate scheduling procedures.
• Monitor program effectiveness and outcomes; initiate and develop new programs as necessary.
• Conduct pain assessments and respond appropriately according to established procedures.
• Obtain and document all required patient information accurately, including precautions, orders, and the initial plan of care.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and document discharge plans accurately.
• Identify changes in a patient's condition and take appropriate actions as needed, ensuring thorough documentation and reporting.
• Provide clinical supervision to Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with state licensure and care delivery standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the department or organization.

Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist license required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in hand therapy preferred.
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification preferred but not required.
• Experience in custom hand splint fabrication is essential.
• Travel experience is required.

Certifications

• Occupational Therapist | North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy | Prior to Start Date
• Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) | National Board Cert. Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Prior to Start Date