Occupational Therapist - Acute Care

Roles & Responsibilities
• Provide skilled occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans that restore patient function
• Deliver hands-on treatment and therapeutic interventions in the acute rehab setting to optimize discharge outcomes
• Collaborate closely with PT, SLP, nursing, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate seamless patient care
• Document thoroughly and timely using Cerner to ensure continuity of care and accurate charting
• Participate in weekend and holiday rotations as part of the facility staffing model
• Follow hospital policies including uniform guidelines and infection control practices

Qualifications
• Current California Occupational Therapy license required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty with at least 1 year of acute care hospital experience
• BLS certification required
• COVID-19 vaccination required (per facility policy)
• Experience with Cerner or similar EMR strongly preferred
• Open to first-time travel clinicians with required licensure and experience

Knowledge & Skills
• Skilled in acute care OT evaluations and treatment planning
• Familiarity with inpatient rehab workflows and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Comfortable with Cerner charting and electronic documentation
• Ability to manage caseloads in a Trauma Level 2 acute setting
• Experience working weekends/holidays and in rotating schedules
• Strong communication and patient/family education skills

Benefits
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help you stay current and mobile
• Paid time off so you can unplug and recharge
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind
• Travel reimbursement and housing support for contract travelers
• A supportive, collaborative rehab team that values your expertise
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education