Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Days - 8 hour shifts.

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist effectively screens and evaluates patients with cognitive and/or activities of daily living (ADL) physical functioning disorders. The therapist develops appropriate plans of care that adhere to regulatory and clinical practice standards. Utilizing standardized assessments and evidence-based practices, the therapist provides rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions to eligible patients. This role also involves administering various therapeutic procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patients' cognitive and ADL physical functioning disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical evaluations.
• Provide various rehabilitative treatments, including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercises, and modalities.
• Adjust treatment plans according to patient progress and document findings in the electronic documentation system.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members regarding treatment progress and barriers.
• Document all regulatory and clinically required information, maintaining patient records according to company policy.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and facility trainings.
• Supervise and support occupational therapist assistants and rehabilitation aides.
• Adhere to professional ethics and conduct standards as mandated by NBCOT and state regulations.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• 1+ years of Occupational Therapy experience required.
• Experience in Long-Term Care (LTC) or Rehabilitation settings required.
• Active Occupational Therapy license required at the time of submission.
• New graduates considered with Level II fieldwork experience.

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!