Occupational Therapist / PRN

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation•Columbia, SC

6d•$53 - $56

About The Position

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist for its home and community program. The role provides functional rehabilitation in clients’ natural environments, which may include their homes, schools, workplaces, and community settings. Treatment can involve practical activities such as cooking at home, navigating grocery stores and restaurants, and participating in outdoor or workplace activities. The position suits an autonomous therapist who values collaboration with a team of therapists and other care professionals. The Occupational Therapist evaluates clients, develops and reassesses treatment plans, and communicates progress and needs to the treatment team, physicians, clients, and family members. The role also includes discharge evaluations, safety recommendations, and providing referrals and educational resources. A minimum of one year of Occupational Therapist work experience, a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, an unrestricted state license, and current CPR certification are required. Experience with rehabilitation techniques for complex neurological diagnoses is preferred. The position offers a flexible schedule created by the therapist, hourly pay, and driving, travel, and mileage reimbursement. Educational programs and growth and advancement opportunities are also offered. The listed salary range is USD $53.00–$56.00 per year.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a college or university with an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license in the state where practicing.
Current CPR certification.
At least one year of work experience as an Occupational Therapist.
Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to move, lift, or transfer patients, which may involve lifting up to 100 pounds while following safety procedures.
Ability to perform duties requiring fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking or standing for extended periods.
Ability to push or pull, bend or stoop, reach, kneel, and position frequently at times.
A health screen or examination may be required before assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on location policy and applicable regulations, to verify physical capability to perform assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses.

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans.
Regularly reassess the effectiveness of treatment plans and attend staffing meetings and family conferences.
Perform discharge evaluations; make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety; and provide referral and education resources.
Communicate the patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, and family members.
Communicate with other disciplines to support collaboration, coordination of care, and improved patient outcomes.
Provide functional rehabilitation in home, school, work, and community environments.