Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Humansville, MO

Job Title

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Long Term Care (LTC)

Location

Humansville, MO

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders; develop and implement appropriate plans of care in accordance with regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and use of supportive and assistive devices.
• Assess and adjust patient treatment plans based on progress; evaluate treatment outcomes and modify services accordingly, including referrals as appropriate.
• Accurately document all required clinical and regulatory information in the electronic documentation system, including treatment minutes, progress notes, and comprehensive discharge summaries.
• Communicate effectively with the supervising team and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans; participate in patient care conferences, utilization review, and rehabilitation meetings.
• Supervise and support occupational therapist assistants, rehabilitation aides, and/or students as needed; adhere to NBCOT, AOTA, and state practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics standards.

Required Qualifications

• Active Missouri Occupational Therapist (OT) license required.
• Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience required.
• Long Term Care (LTC) or rehabilitation setting experience required.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems for clinical recordkeeping.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience utilizing standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to guide clinical interventions.
• Familiarity with Medicare A, Medicare B, and Managed Care treatment protocols in a LTC or skilled nursing environment.

Why Join Us

• Work in a facility that supports therapist efficiency through group therapy options and dedicated documentation devices for each clinician.
• Join a collaborative rehabilitation team with structured caseloads and clear productivity expectations in a long term care setting.