Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fort Myers, FL
LanceSoft
5x8 hrs, Days
$1,600/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$720/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$880/week
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits
Description
NEW GRADS WELCOME
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in implementing individualized therapy plans designed by the Occupational Therapist.
Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, activities, and treatments.
Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
Educate patients and their families on therapeutic activities, techniques, and care instructions.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure coordinated care and optimal patient outcomes.
Document patient progress, treatment interventions, and modify plans as necessary under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist.
Ensure a safe and supportive environment for patients during therapy sessions.
Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
Current Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license in the state.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Employer
LanceSoft
122 nurses recommend working with LanceSoft
About Fort Myers, FL
As a travel nurse in Fort Myers, FL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Fort Myers is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 91°F, and winter lows are around 53°F, making it an ideal winter getaway with year-round warm weather.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Fort Myers, especially in popular tourist areas and near the beaches.
- Fort Myers is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is essential for getting around the city and exploring the surrounding areas.
- Fort Myers has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the local flora and fauna.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Fort Myers offers a variety of activities including exploring the winter homes of Henry Ford and Thomas Edison, visiting the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, enjoying the beaches at Lynn Hall Memorial Park and Lover's Key State Park, and experiencing the local art, music, and sports scenes.
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