Occupational Therapist
Kimball, Nebraska
Kimball Health Services

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Nebraska, Kimball

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Provide occupational therapy services to patients of all ages, including pediatrics, geriatrics, and local athletes.
• Evaluate, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs to restore function, increase independence, and improve quality of life.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide clinical supervision to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and student interns as applicable.

Work Setting

• Inpatient, swing bed, outpatient, and local athletics.
• Majority of caseload is outpatient.
• Exposure to patients requiring post-operative care and joint replacement therapy (training provided if needed).

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.
• Administer therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, and physical agents.
• Instruct, motivate, and educate patients and families on treatment plans and goals.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Document evaluations, treatments, and progress thoroughly and timely.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members.
• Supervise COTAs clinically and support student interns.
• Maintain therapy equipment and ensure a safe, clean treatment environment.
• Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and performance improvement activities.
• Adhere to safety, compliance, HIPAA, and regulatory standards.

Schedule

• Full-time preferred, Monday through Friday.
• Typical shifts: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM or 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
• 4x10 hour shifts possible.
• 40 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current and valid Occupational Therapist license in Nebraska.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
• Compliance with continuing education requirements.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work effectively with patients of all ages.
• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in crisis situations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.

Safety & Compliance

• Competency in Standard Precautions and OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standards.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• OSHA Category I exposure risk (potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues).

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to assist patients with mobility and therapeutic activities.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and healthcare-related hazards.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

No prior travel experience required.