Occupational Therapist
Grand Island, NE
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,863/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHome Health
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Occupational Therapist Job Summary
Location
- Grand Island, Nebraska
Schedule
- Day shift
- 40 hours per week
- Monday–Friday, or a shifted schedule of Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Setting
- Skilled nursing facility and home health
- Reporting location: Grand Island
Responsibilities
- Provide therapeutic interventions and assess client needs
- Develop and carry out therapy plans
- Document observations and services provided
- Notify physicians of changes and process orders
- Consult with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
- Train clients, families, and staff on interventions and equipment
- Supervise therapy assistants as allowed by federal and state regulations
- Supervise assigned employees
Required Qualifications
- Occupational therapy certification for the state of practice
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior work experience in a rehabilitation or geriatrics setting
- Completion of an accredited speech/language pathology program preferred
Additional Details
- New graduates are accepted
- Supervises 2 COTAs
- Therapy supervisor onsite
- Productivity expectations: 82% in skilled nursing and 90% in home health
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- Uses Net Health and HCHB
- Travel may vary based on business need
Employer
Host Healthcare
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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Grand Island, NE
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Grand Island, NE here's what you should know:- Grand Island's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 88°F, while in winter, average lows are around 13°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Grand Island, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and housing options.
- Grand Island is car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to agricultural activities.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Grand Island.
- Grand Island offers a variety of restaurants serving local and international cuisine.
- There are art galleries, live music venues, and sports events to enjoy.
- Outdoor activities include exploring parks, hiking, and fishing in nearby lakes.
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