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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Travel - - Excellent Benefits 2024-10-24

AlliedTravelCareers
Shreveport, Louisiana, US
Full-time

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Aequor to find a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) in Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601!

About The Position

Job Title : Occupational Therapist (OT) - SNF About Aequor : Established in 1998, Aequor is a premier healthcare and education staffing company, committed to connecting skilled professionals with rewarding career opportunities.

Job Responsibilities : Assess patients' physical and mental abilities to determine rehabilitation needs, focusing on activities of daily living (ADLs) and functional mobility within a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting.

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans designed to help patients regain or improve their independence in daily activities.

Provide therapeutic interventions to enhance fine motor skills, coordination, strength, and mobility, using a variety of techniques and equipment.

Educate patients and their families on adaptive techniques and the use of assistive devices to enhance safety and independence at home.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including physical therapists, speech therapists, and nursing staff, to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes. Assist in the discharge planning process, providing recommendations for continued therapy, home modifications, and support services.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment, adhering to infection control and safety protocols. Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to the development of care plans and goal setting for patients.

Engage in professional development activities to stay current with best practices, regulatory requirements, and advances in occupational therapy.

Job Requirements : Strong understanding of occupational therapy principles, especially in the context of a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary team. Proficiency in creating and implementing individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.

Active STATE Occupational Therapist (OT) License in good standing. A minimum of 2 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist or in a similar role.

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Experience with EPIC or similar charting systems.

Benefits : Tax-free housing and meal stipend (depending on the location of your assignment). First-day health insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Accidental & Short Term Disability).

Weekly direct deposit. Sick days / PTO (varies by facility). Travel reimbursement. 401k eligibility after the first year.

Credentialing assistance. CEU / Tuition reimbursement. Professional development opportunities.

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About Aequor

With Aequor, you can enjoy the freedom to advance your career and travel the country, all while earning and learning. Live the traveler life and gain career experience, meet new people and explore new locations every few months.

Our personalized service stands apart from other healthcare staffing agencies because we get to know you. Since 1998, Aequor has provided exceptional workforce staffing services in multiple industries.

Specializing in healthcare, we place nurses, therapists, allied professionals, physicians and medical technologists, as well as staff in the life sciences, technologies and schools.

Committed to the highest standards for sourcing, qualifying, training and retaining the best talent, Aequor is invested in our longstanding, high-touch, high-quality relationships with clients and candidates.

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