Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Cleveland, OH

Complete all required documentation including initial evaluations, daily progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in accordance with department policy and defined timeframes. Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and OT/COTA students in the application of occupational therapy theory and techniques; assist with new staff orientation.

Job Title

Occupational Therapist

Location

Ohio

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' level of functioning upon physician orders and plan, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and patient/family goals
• Participate in the interdisciplinary team process, including team conferences, and collaborate with other team members to provide comprehensive patient care
• Coordinate discharge planning for each patient, including placement recommendations, patient and family education, and adaptive equipment issuance and training
• Complete all required documentation including initial evaluations, daily progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in accordance with department policy and defined timeframes
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and OT/COTA students in the application of occupational therapy theory and techniques; assist with new staff orientation
• Promote patient and employee safety through safe patient handling, infection control practices, and adherence to all facility safety policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapist licensure in the state of Ohio
• Ability to plan, organize, and administer occupational therapy treatment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to supervise therapy assistants and students competently
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to complete evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries within defined timeframes

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience participating in interdisciplinary team conferences and collaborative care settings
• Familiarity with discharge planning processes including adaptive equipment recommendations and caregiver training
• Demonstrated customer service orientation with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members

Why Join Us

• Work within a team-oriented environment that prioritizes patient safety, quality of care, and continuous quality improvement
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through comprehensive, patient-centered occupational therapy practice