Occupational Therapist - Acute - (OT - Acute)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description & Requirements

Occupational Therapist - Acute - (OT - Acute)

StartDate : ASAP Available Shifts : 8 D Pay Rate : $1727.21 - $1892.58

Join AMN Healthcare as a Travel Occupational Therapist in an acute / inpatient rehab setting in Waco, Texas. Waco is a vibrant city known for its rich history, outdoor activities, and welcoming community.As an Occupational Therapist in an acute / inpatient rehab setting, you will play a vital role in helping patients recover from severe medical conditions, surgeries, or trauma that limit their physical and cognitive abilities. Your responsibilities include evaluating patients’ physical and cognitive functionality, developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs, and implementing therapeutic interventions to help patients regain or improve their ability to perform daily activities. You will provide adaptive strategies and recommend equipment to support patient independence, work collaboratively with the medical team for coordinated care, and monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary. Additionally, you will educate and counsel patients and their families about treatment goals and progress, ensure compliance with hospital policies and health standards, and consult with doctors and other healthcare professionals to modify care plans as needed. In inpatient rehab, you will facilitate accurate assessment scoring, support discharge planning, and help patients resume daily activities such as self-care, bed mobility, bathroom transfers, and standing grooming tasks, often providing caregiver education and ordering durable medical equipment when needed.AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, dedicated recruiters, and access to the AMN Passport app for 24 / 7 support. Apply now to join this Travel Occupational Therapist assignment in Waco, TX!

Required Qualifications

Occupational Therapist, Acute

Experience : 1 year

OT-TX

Certifications : BLS-AHA(Copy needed)

Scrub Colors : Black

SSN Required

DOB Required

References : 1 Reference in entire work history

Job Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include :

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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