Travel Occupational Therapist
Burlington, NC
Wellspring Nurse Source
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and professional Occupational Therapist for a position in an acute care setting. This role involves providing therapy and rehabilitation services to patients with a range of diagnoses, including orthopedic injuries, neurological conditions, cardiac issues, and chronic diseases.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patient needs to establish effective treatment plans.
• Implement therapeutic interventions designed to improve patients' functional abilities.
• Document patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on home exercise programs and self-management strategies.
• Maintain compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

Patient Diagnoses

• Orthopedic conditions including elective and traumatic surgeries.
• Neurological disorders, such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, MS, and ALS.
• Cardiac issues, including atrial fibrillation, heart failure, NSTEMI, and STEMI.
• Vascular conditions involving interventional and surgical approaches.
• Chronic diseases such as COPD, diabetes, and acute kidney injury.
• Acute medical illnesses, including sepsis.

Unit Details

• 4 primary medical-surgical floors with an average of 30 patients each.
• ICU/CCU accommodating up to 20 patients.
• Post-operative unit for 5 overnight patients with same-day discharges as appropriate.
• Emergency Department and specialized inpatient units for geriatric and behavioral health care.

Qualifications

• Current NBCOT certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system is required.
• First-time travelers are welcome, provided they have prior experience in an acute care environment.

Shift Information

This position requires a commitment to a full-time schedule of 5 days per week, with shifts running from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, including weekends as part of the rotation.

Productivity Goals

Therapists are expected to see a minimum of 8 patients during each 8-hour workday, with an overall productivity target of 1 patient per worked hour.