Occupational Therapist – Outpatient & Inpatient Rehab
Brookings, OR
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Occupational Therapist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Brookings, Oregon
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work Monday-Friday with a mix of outpatient services in Brookings and support in Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) and inpatient settings.
• Provide outpatient occupational therapy services in Brookings and California.
• Additional inpatient weekend coverage required at hospital.

Certifications & Licensure Required

• Occupational Therapist (OT) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification

Job Summary

• Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs to help patients build or restore vocational, homemaking, daily living skills, and general independence.
• Gain patient and family cooperation through competent assessment, monitoring, care, and communication.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations to ensure privacy and safety.
• Provide clinical supervision to assistants and aides; serve as clinical instructor for students.

Key Responsibilities

Rehabilitation Services

• Plan and conduct occupational therapy programs for patients impaired by illness, injury, or developmental problems.
• Complete and document patient evaluations and tests per standards and regulations.
• Develop and update patient Plans of Care based on assessments and diagnoses.
• Provide and progress treatment per Plan of Care.
• Complete all documentation related to charge capture.
• Coordinate patient care with other providers and support team members.
• Work flexible shifts as needed.
• Supervise assistants/aides and instruct students clinically.

Clerical

• Prepare and complete accurate documentation of therapy performed in medical and departmental records.
• May perform general clerical tasks such as answering phones, updating appointments, and managing electronic health records (EHR).

Safety

• Participate in quality improvement and interdisciplinary projects.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment; clean and disinfect equipment after use.
• Inspect and use equipment per manufacturer guidelines; report malfunctions.

Compliance

• Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Administer and document services in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Retain certifications and complete continuing education to meet accreditation and licensure requirements.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (equivalent experience may be accepted).

Background Checks & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender search, education verification, and other regulatory screenings.
• Annual updates required for certain checks (e.g., EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, FACIS Level 3).
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids for CA workers).
• Employment history verification for up to 7 years with no gaps over 30 days.

Required Certifications (Verify by Position)

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• CCRN (Critical Care RN)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring)
• IV Certification (as applicable)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB)
• NIH Stroke Certification
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
• State License verification within 30 days of start
• National tech certification (if applicable)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, cleared for work.
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (exceptions apply).
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days, renewed annually
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B series or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-April) or signed declination
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start.

Facility Specific Documents (Must Review/Sign Prior to Start)

• Job Description
• Standards of Business Conduct
• Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation
• General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
• Vendor Training (2024 and 2025 versions)
• Code of Conduct (2024 and 2025 versions)
• Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 and 2025 versions)
• Request for Religious Accommodation Form (if applicable)
• TB Screening Questionnaire (within 90 days, renewed annually)

Additional Notes

• Candidate must have full 7 years of work history documented with no gaps over 30 days.
• Clinical supervision and student instruction responsibilities included.
• Flexible shift assignments may be required.
• Compliance with all facility and regulatory requirements is mandatory.

This position offers a comprehensive occupational therapy role with a focus on outpatient and inpatient care, requiring strong clinical skills, regulatory compliance, and flexibility.