Occupational Therapist – Acute Care Stroke Rehab
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Job Location:
Charleston - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Stroke Rehab Travel Position
Location: Charleston WV
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 5x8s Days
Pay: $2365/week
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join an acute care stroke rehabilitation unit in Charleston WV on a travel contract. The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients recovering from strokes and other neurological conditions focusing on restoring independence mobility and functional skills. The ideal candidate is compassionate detail-oriented and experienced in acute rehab or neurological therapy.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed evaluations to assess patients cognitive motor and functional abilities.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
- Provide therapeutic interventions including ADL retraining neuromuscular re-education coordination and mobility training.
- Educate patients and caregivers on therapy goals adaptive techniques and home exercise programs.
- Document evaluations progress notes and treatment sessions accurately in compliance with facility standards.
- Collaborate with physical therapy speech therapy and nursing teams to provide holistic stroke rehabilitation.
- Promote patient independence safety and quality of life through evidence-based neurological rehab practices.
Qualifications
- Masters or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current and valid Occupational Therapist license in West Virginia (or compact license).
- Minimum of 1 year of recent OT experience in acute care or stroke rehabilitation.
- Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
- COVID-19 vaccine and recent tuberculosis test.
- Strong clinical reasoning communication and documentation skills.
- Experience working with patients recovering from stroke or other neurological conditions preferred.
Benefits
- Weekly pay with competitive rates
- Health dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
- Flexible schedules and personalized career support
AboutATC Healthcare
ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations we are committed to connecting skilled nurses therapists and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.
Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal State or local law.
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
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