Staff Occupational Therapist
Location : Anchorage, AK
Work schedule : Monday Friday 8-hour shift
Payment : $45-$60 per hour (according to experience)
Department : Rehabilitation
Reports to : Rehab Manager
🌟 What Youll Do
Join our dynamic rehab team to help patients regain independence and improve daily function. Youll evaluate, treat, and guide patients through personalized therapy plans while collaborating with families and healthcare professionals. Youll also mentor assistants and contribute to staff training.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients within 24 hours of referral
- Design and implement treatment plans with physician approval
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and students
- Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.
- Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary meetings
- Train caregivers and staff for post-discharge support
- Recommend adaptive equipment to promote mobility and independence
- Ensure therapy equipment is safe and functional
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance401k plan👥 Supervisory Duties
Oversee Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), aides, and students🎓 Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy (Masters or Doctorate preferred)State OT license in good standingProficient in Casamba, Point Click Care, and clinical documentation💪 Physical Requirements
Frequent standing, walking, pushing / pullingAbility to lift / move up to 100 lbs occasionallyOccasional climbing, kneeling, and crouchingStrong sensory and visual acuity🏥 Work Environment
Low to moderate noise levelsSupportive team and collaborative care setting