Occupational Therapist - Tahlequah, OK

Location: Tahlequah, OK

Setting: Acute Care / Outpatient

Employment Type: PRN - Weekends

Compensation: Compensation available upon inquiry

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist for a permanent opportunity in Tahlequah, OK. You will evaluate and treat patients to improve independence with daily activities, functional mobility, safety, upper-extremity function, and overall quality of life while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.

Responsibilities

·        Evaluate and/or treat patients to improve ADLs, functional independence, safety, strength, coordination, and quality of life.

·        Develop or carry out individualized occupational therapy plans of care within licensures scope.

·        Recommend or implement adaptive strategies and therapeutic activities as appropriate.

·        Monitor progress and communicate changes to the care team.

·        Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment strategies and safety.

·        Complete timely documentation and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

·        Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant program, as applicable.

·        Active OK OT or COTA license in good standing, as applicable.

·        Current BLS/CPR certification as required by the employer.

·        Strong clinical, communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.

·        Experience in the applicable setting preferred.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

·        Competitive compensation: Compensation available upon inquiry

·        PRN - Weekends opportunity

·        Supportive and collaborative rehabilitation environment

·        Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes

·        Professional growth and development opportunities