7 Missouri Occupational Therapist (OT) Jobs
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Special Requests:
If you are working per diem at a Kindred facility, you need to wait 6 months after your last shift to apply as a traveler.
If you are a full-time employee with a Kindred facility, you need to wait 12 months to apply as a traveler.
Unit Details:
Patients are recovering from strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries and other conditions.
Patient population includes geriatric and adult patients, as well as pediatric patients no younger than 13.
Common diagnoses/treatments include neuro, ortho, debility, cardiac and other conditions.
The brain-injury unit includes monitored rooms, specialized beds, patient lifts, and dedicated therapy space and dining area.
A dedicated stroke care unit has specialized equipment.
Gymnasiums feature high-tech therapy devices and treatments.
A special apartment allows patients and families to practice daily living tasks.
Equipment includes EKSO, InMotion UE Robotic, and body-weight support.
Shift & Scheduling:
Weekend hours: 7:30a - 4p.
No call.
Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.
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Travel Occupational Therapist Job Responsibilities & Salary
Occupational Therapists care for patients with conditions that can interfere with daily activities, such as surgical procedures, arthritis, neurological diseases (for instance, stroke and multiple sclerosis), injuries related to an accident, and developmental conditions. Examples of job responsibilities for Occupational Therapists are patient assessment and developing a plan of care. The care plan may include exercises, how to use assistive devices, and strategies tailored to the person’s role at work and home. Occupational Therapists, who may supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, obtain certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. In addition, the American Occupational Therapy Association offers Occupational Therapists the opportunity to achieve board certification or specialty certification in certain areas. The average annual salary for Occupational Therapists in the United States is more than $95,000.
Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) Jobs in Missouri
Occupational Therapists (often abbreviated as OT) are in demand in many areas of the United States, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts much faster than average growth job growth over the next several years. Travel Occupational Therapist jobs can be found in hospitals, inpatient and outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, schools, and home health agencies. Job descriptions for Occupational Therapists typically focus on their role in helping patients with injuries, illness, or disabilities to better participate in their daily activities, whether at work, home, or play. Occupational Therapists can make a significant difference in people’s quality of life by helping them be as independent as possible. Apply today to land your perfect travel Occupational Therapist job.
