Occupational Therapist / Per Diem

Wood County Hospital • Sanford, ME

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Elevate your career at Wood County Hospital, where you're not just a number – you're a vital part of a team making a real difference. The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, regain, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and meaningful participation in life activities. The OT works collaboratively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to promote functional independence, safety, and overall well-being. The Occupational Therapist is an onsite position. Seventy-five years ago, this hospital was built by a community that believed in caring for its own. That same spirit continues today in the way we support our patients, each other and the future of care close to home. As we look ahead, we’re seeking people who want to be part of a legacy that helps shape the future of healthcare here.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
• Current Occupational Therapy license in the State of Ohio
• None (Experience)
• BLS (Certification)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy
• Doctor of Science – Occupational Therapy
• None (License)
• None (Experience)
• None (Certification)

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ physical, cognitive, sensory, and psychosocial abilities using standardized assessments and clinical observations to determine functional needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings, patient goals, and evidence-based practice.
• Implement therapeutic interventions that improve functional performance in areas such as self-care, mobility, work, and leisure activities.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, adaptive strategies, home programs, and use of assistive or adaptive equipment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care, track patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and ensure continuity of services.
• Prepare, prevent, protect and respond to support our culture of safety.
• Works hours per week in accordance with offer letter or per attributes of position at transfer request.
• May be expected to work longer hours as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level