Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Norman, OK

Job Title

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location

Norman, OK | Long Term Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders; develop appropriate plans of care following regulatory and clinical practice standards using standardized assessments and evidence-based practice
• Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and use of supportive and assistive devices
• Assess patient progress, adjust treatments accordingly, and evaluate treatment outcomes for effectiveness; make referrals as appropriate based on outcomes
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers related to physical and cognitive disorders
• Document all required clinical and regulatory information in the electronic documentation system, accurately recording treatment minutes per all requirements
• Supervise and support occupational therapist assistants, rehabilitation aides, and/or students; participate in patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and required facility trainings

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of occupational therapy experience
• Long Term Care or rehabilitation setting experience required
• Active Oklahoma Occupational Therapist (OT) license required
• NBCOT certification and adherence to state practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics required
• New graduates may be considered provided they have completed a Level II fieldwork experience (Level I observation experience alone does not qualify)

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with electronic documentation systems in a clinical rehabilitation environment
• Familiarity with DME procurement and assistive device recommendations
• Experience providing comprehensive discharge planning and summary documentation

Why Join Us

• Work in a care environment that emphasizes patient strengths and dignity, supporting individuals in reaching their highest functional level
• Expected 8-hour day shifts with overtime potentially available on applicable days