Travel Occupational Therapist
Port Richey, FL
Talent4Health
5x8 hrs, Days

Occupational Therapist – Outpatient (Hand Therapy)

Job Description:
 

The Outpatient Occupational Therapist evaluates patients and develops, implements, and modifies individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, functional goals, and physician direction. The therapist will manage a full hand therapy caseload, requiring hands-on experience and confidence in fabricating splints.
 

Schedule:

• Monday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM — Port Richey
• Tuesday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM — East Lake
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM — Port Richey
• Thursday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM — East Lake
• Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM — Port Richey

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide hand therapy and fabricate splints based on patient needs.
• Manage a full hand therapy caseload and monitor patient progress.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, goals, progress, and charges accurately and promptly.
• Ensure treatment is provided under valid physician orders and applicable insurance authorizations.
• Educate patients, families, and students as appropriate.
• Follow professional standards, state practice regulations, and clinic policies.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with infection prevention and safety procedures.
• Participate in continuing education and quality improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Hands-on hand therapy experience and comfort with splint fabrication — required.
• Experience managing a full hand therapy caseload.
• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Outpatient clinical experience required.
• Active and applicable Florida Occupational Therapist license.
• Current CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous successful assignment with the staffing agency.
• Previous experience working with Select Medical.