Occupational Therapist

NovaCare Rehabilitation is looking for PRN OT to provide vacation and illness coverage for Salem Township Hospital.  Additional PRN OT hours may be available to help in our Centralia and Mt. Vernon outpatient therapy centers.  Weekends not required but could be available if PRN OT has that availability. Inpatient, Outpatient and Swing Bed patients will make up the caseload.

Compensation: $55.00-$65.00 per hour 

• Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how Occupational Therapists may practice and whom Occupational Therapists may supervise.
• Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
• Responsible for the supervision and delegation of occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
• Demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs.
• Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
• Enhances, develops, and expands relationships with referral sources and maintains a positive level of interaction with facilities and clients.
• Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school for Occupational Therapy
• National registration and state licensure or registration REQUIRED
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Valid state driver’s license

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans