Occupational Therapist
Waltham, MA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for a skilled nursing facility, requiring an active PA OT license and offering full-time or part-time scheduling.

Details

• Skilled nursing and rehabilitation center setting
• 13-week assignment
• Day shift schedule
• Full-time or part-time availability
• Rehabilitation therapy modality focused on occupational therapy services
• EMR used for documentation of evaluative and therapeutic interactions

Requirements

• Current, active OT license in the state of PA required (license required if applicable)
• BLS certification preferred
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's or Doctorate preferred
• Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand written instructions in English

Additional Information

• Partner with residents and care providers to maximize functional abilities and independence in daily activities
• Perform evaluative and therapeutic procedures under physician orders
• Establish therapeutic plans of care with functional long- and short-term goals
• Provide ADL training including bathing, dressing, oral care, and hair care
• Assist with ambulation, mobility, positioning, and transfers using proper body mechanics and mechanical lifts as needed
• Consult with referring physicians and healthcare team regarding therapeutic and discharge needs
• Attend pertinent team meetings
• Monitor and modify treatment plans based on resident progress
• Recommend and provide instruction on assistive devices
• Provide education to residents and caregivers and document responses to teaching
• Refer residents to Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants as applicable and collaborate with other therapy professionals
• Comply with Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement regulations
• Supervise assistant-level staff as appropriate
• Provide mentorship to new staff during orientation
• Maintain department cleanliness and follow infection control procedures
• Maintain required licenses, certifications, and complete annual compliance courses