Occupational Therapist

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist plans, organizes, develops, administers, directs, and supervises occupational therapy treatment in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and guidelines. This role emphasizes patient and employee safety, ensuring a focus on a safe work environment while delivering superior quality care.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ levels of functioning and plan appropriate treatment based on assessment outcomes.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team processes and discharge planning.
• Complete necessary documentation in accordance with department policies.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and therapy students.
• Demonstrate effective communication with patients and families, ensuring understanding and engagement.
• Instill confidence in team members, patients, and families through effective collaboration and support.
• Maintain flexibility in patient scheduling and contribute to team conferences.
• Document discharge plans and provide education on adaptive equipment to patients and families.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Must hold a valid, current state license for Occupational Therapy.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably in inpatient rehab or neuro settings.

Schedule

This is a day shift position with a 5x8.0 schedule.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!