Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,363 per week

Company: Epic Travel Staffing Allied
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

Epic Travel Staffing Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Berkeley, California.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 01/06/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: TravelJob Opportunities
  Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a--Travel - Occupational Therapist - OutpatientShift: Days / 8a-4:30p, 8x5, 40 hrs per weekLength: 13 weeksRequirements:
  • CA License
  • 2 years of recent relevant experience
  • BLSOther Details:Certification Requirements:CA OT LicenseBLSOccupational Therapist with lymphedema certification needed for hospital-based OP Rehab clinic.Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that help build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills, as well as general independence, to persons with disabilities or developmental delays. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Provides clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students."These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:REHABILITATION SERVICES:--- Plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs to help rehabilitate those impaired because of illness, injury or psychological or developmental problems.--- Completes and documents patient evaluations and tests per established standards and regulatory requirements.--- Based on the data, identified problems, and diagnosis from the exam, develops and updates the patient's Plan of Care (POC).--- Assesses and provides/progresses treatment for patients per plan of care per established standards.--- Completes all documentation related to charge capture per established standards.--- Coordinates patient care effectively and efficiently with other care provider and support team members.--- Compliant with other department and organization requirements and responsibilities.--- Works flexible shift assignments, e.g., days of week, hours.--- Provides clinical supervision to assistants and/or aides.--- Serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.CLERICAL:--- Prepares and completes accurate documentation related to patient, including all therapy performed in medical and departmental records per standards as required.--- May perform general clerical tasks, such as answering phones; updating patient appointments; or retrieving, entering, and revising patient electronic health records (EHR).SAFETY:--- Participates in quality improvement processes and interdisciplinary projects.--- Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after each use.--- Inspects and uses equipment per manufacturers' guidelines recording data and reporting malfunctions per policy.COMPLIANCE:--- Maintains strictest confidence of all patients Protected Health Information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.--- Prepares, administers, and documents services in accordance with state and federal regulations.--- Compliant with other department and organization requirements and responsibilities.--- Retains certification and completes mandated continuing education requirements to meet facility and regulatory agencies accreditation and licensure requirements.EDUCATION:[Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma]Other: Graduate of accredited occupational therapy program.CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:OT-Occupational TherapistBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderDEPARTMENT SPECIFIC LICENSURES & CERTIFICATIONS:Department: Home Health - CDL-California Driver's LicenseDepartment: Home Health - INS-Auto InsuranceTYPICAL EXPERIENCE:2 years of recent relevant experience.SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements"COVID-19 Vaccine (Facility Guideline):UnknownFlu Vaccine (Facility Guideline):UnknownUnit:Occupational Therapist, 9Epic Travel Staffing:
    • Day 1 health insurance coverage and comprehensive benefits options
    • 401(k) matching program
    • Weekly direct deposit
    • Concierge state licensing program for RN and other healthcare modalities in multiple states, including CA
    • Industry leading allowances and reimbursements
    • Referral program with cash bonuses and additional perks
    • Exclusive job openings - Only at Epic
    • Epic Elite Program - Priority status at top facilities and exclusive loyalty bonuses
    • Epic Staffing Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, housing, age, disability, or genetics.
    • We will consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws.By applying for this position, you agree that any calls from Epic Staffing Group and its subsidiaries may be monitored or recorded for training and quality assurance purposes.Please note that all pay rates are estimates. Weekly gross pay is based on qualifications and experience. Rate applies to allied positions only (50+ miles from permanent address).Epic Travel FKA Emerald Staffing Group, Allied Job ID #911958. Pay package is based on 8.0 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: travel occupational therapist (ot)About Epic Travel Staffing Allied At Epic Travel Staffing (formerly Emerald Health Services), you are always our top priority. We believe that every traveler has the ability to achieve their career goals while living the adventure of a lifetime. We've been going above and beyond to curate life-changing experiences for nurses and allied health travelers since 2002. It's not just about filling positions. It's about opportunities to expand careers and accelerate the productivity of facilities across the nation. Our recruiters have access to travel nursing, nurse leadership and allied healthcare positions in all 50 states. The pay and location are yours to choose.

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