Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Devils Lake, ND

Participate with the interdisciplinary team in developing and accurately documenting discharge plans; identify significant changes in patient condition and take appropriate action. Orient patients, families, and other appropriate parties to the purpose and procedures of therapy evaluation and treatment; provide patient and family education and support.

Job Title

Occupational Therapist – Outreach Therapy

Location

Devils Lake, ND

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Select and perform evaluation and treatment methods appropriate to the patient's age, diagnosis, symptoms, and physician orders; document per chart and review standards.
• Orient patients, families, and other appropriate parties to the purpose and procedures of therapy evaluation and treatment; provide patient and family education and support.
• Coordinate treatment schedules across disciplines using appropriate scheduling procedures.
• Perform pain assessments and take appropriate action according to standard operating procedures.
• Participate with the interdisciplinary team in developing and accurately documenting discharge plans; identify significant changes in patient condition and take appropriate action.
• Provide clinical supervision to Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) in a collaborative manner following state licensure and care delivery standards.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of occupational therapy experience required; inpatient and/or outpatient experience required.
• Active North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy licensure required prior to start date.
• National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT – OTR/L) required prior to start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required prior to start date.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required prior to start date.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working in both inpatient and outpatient therapy settings.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor program effectiveness and contribute to the development of new therapy programs.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team delivering patient-centered care in an outreach therapy setting.