OT, Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Location

Devils Lake, North Dakota

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

5x8s, 40 hours per week

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in compliance with licensure standards. They work with an interdisciplinary team to contribute to patient goal development, care planning, and identifying barriers to discharge. The therapist provides patient-centered care and ensures education for patients and their families on treatment procedures, assistive devices, home programs, and other relevant health topics.

Responsibilities

• Select and perform evaluation and treatment methods tailored to the patient’s age, diagnosis, symptoms, and physician orders.
• Orient patients, families, and/or other appropriate parties to the purpose and procedures of therapy evaluations and treatments.
• Provide appropriate patient education, family teaching, and support based on individual needs.
• Coordinate treatment schedules with other disciplines using established scheduling procedures.
• Monitor program effectiveness and outcomes, initiating the development of new programs as needed.
• Conduct pain assessments and respond according to standard operating procedures.
• Obtain and document all required and pertinent patient information, including precautions and initial care plans.
• Participate with the interdisciplinary team in developing and documenting discharge plans.
• Identify significant changes in patient conditions and take appropriate actions regarding reporting and documentation.
• Provide clinical supervision to Occupational Therapy Assistants in a collaborative manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet departmental needs.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Occupational Therapist license from the North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy.
• National Board Certified Occupational Therapist (NBCOT) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• New graduates with inpatient/outpatient experience will be considered; 2+ years of experience preferred.

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

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