Occupational Therapist - Long Term Care
El Paso, TX
TNAA TotalMed Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,979/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
Description
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist (OT) for an immediate travel opening in El Paso, TX. OT should have 1 year of experience; for an exceptional candidate with an appropriate background, 6 months of experience may be accepted. Read below for additional requirements.
As an OT, you will be responsible for the evaluation and development of a plan of care for a variety of patients needing to improve, regain and develop skills needed for daily life. You will work in disabled, ill or injured patient populations in the acute care setting.
TasksAs an OT, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Review patients' medical history, ask the patients questions, and observe them doing tasks.
- Evaluate a patient's condition and needs.
- Develop a treatment plan for patients, identifying specific goals and the types of activities that will be used to help the patient work toward those goals.
- Help people with various disabilities perform different tasks.
- Evaluate a patient's home or workplace and, on the basis of the patient's health needs, identify potential improvements.
- Educate a patient's family and employer about how to accommodate and care for the patient.
- Recommend special equipment and instruct patients on how to use that equipment.
- Assess and record patient's activities and progress for patient evaluations, for billing, and for reporting to physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Provide timely and accurate documentation following state and/or insurance guidelines.
Must have 6 months of experience; however, new grads are encouraged to apply. Must have BLS and NBCOT-OTR National Certification with state-specific licensing.
Occupational Therapists should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. OTs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.
Requirements*: BLS, NBCOT (OTR), 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Employer
TNAA TotalMed Allied
31 nurses recommend working with TNAA TotalMed Allied
Pros
Jake is the best to work with. He is very personable, respectful, and responds very quickly to any questions/concerns you have. I have worked with Jake since I started traveling and I can’t see myself working with anyone else.
Cons
None
Recommends working with TNAA TotalMed Allied
TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.
About El Paso, TX
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in El Paso, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 95°F and low of 71°F.
- Winter average high of 58°F and low of 32°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for travel nurses.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- El Paso is a diverse city with a mix of cultures.
- The population has a wide age range, and common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the desert climate.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, biking, and golfing.
- The city also hosts summer concerts and has various cultural attractions.
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