Occupational Therapist
Highlands, NC
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Travel Position

Location: Highlands, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Employment Type: Travel

Job Overview

• Work primarily in Acute care and Extended Living Center (ELC) settings.
• Provide physical and occupational therapy services in various environments including patient rooms, hallways, outdoor areas, and rehab gym.
• Float between acute/swing beds, nursing home, and outpatient services as needed.
• Collaborate frequently with the rehab team regarding patient progress, equipment needs, and discharge planning.

Facility & Unit Details

• 24 acute/swing beds, 40 nursing home beds, and 10 skilled beds within the nursing home.
• Rehab department includes PT, OT, and SLP services.
• Documentation systems used: Cerner and NetHealth.
• Scheduling: 36-40 hours per week; schedule to be discussed during interview.
• Dress code: Business casual or scrubs.
• New rehab gym construction planned with an outdoor gym in design; current gyms fully equipped and accessible to clinicians.
• Nursing home facility is 5-star rated.
• Hospital is stroke certified and rehab focused.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment with frequent staff celebrations and recognition.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Occupational Therapist license in North Carolina
• Occupational Therapist (OTR) certification
• Minimum 2 years of occupational therapy experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Experience in Acute Care settings
• Experience in Long Term Care settings
• Assessment of occupational therapist skills and knowledge or training on USP 800 guidelines for hazardous drug risk management

Additional Information

• Clinicians will have access to well-equipped rehab gyms in both hospital and nursing home settings.
• The team values meaningful patient care and a positive work environment.
• Opportunity to work in a community-focused hospital serving multiple counties.

Summary

This travel OT role offers a dynamic work environment across acute, swing, nursing home, and outpatient rehab settings with a supportive team and access to excellent rehab facilities. Candidates should have at least 2 years of OT experience, NC licensure, and CPR certification. The position requires flexibility to float between units and strong communication skills within the rehab team.