Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Mound City, MO

Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and use of supportive and assistive devices. Supervise and support occupational therapist assistants, rehabilitation aides, and/or students as needed; adhere to NBCOT/AOTA and State Required practice acts , code of conduct, and ethics.

Job Title

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location

Mound City, MO | Long Term Care / Rehab

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders and develop appropriate plans of care in accordance with regulatory and clinical practice standards
• Utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to guide clinical interventions
• Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and use of supportive and assistive devices
• Assess and document patient progress, treatment outcomes, and discharge summaries in the electronic documentation system per regulatory and clinical requirements
• Communicate effectively with the supervising team and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans
• Supervise and support occupational therapist assistants, rehabilitation aides, and/or students as needed; adhere to NBCOT/AOTA and State Required practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience required
• Long-term care (LTC) or rehabilitation setting experience required
• Active Missouri Occupational Therapist (OT) license required

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with electronic documentation systems in a clinical setting
• Familiarity with utilization review processes and patient care conference participation

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a long-term care and rehabilitation environment serving patients with diverse functional needs
• Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team focused on quality patient outcomes