Occupational Therapist

About the role

Polaris Transitional and Extended Care Center in Anchorage, AK, is seeking a dedicated Part Time Occupational Therapist. The position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on making facility-level decisions supported by exceptional leadership. The facility is part of a growing organization that values your role and provides a supportive workplace where contributions are truly valued.

Responsibilities

- Effectively screens/evaluates patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders and develops appropriate plan of care following all regulatory and clinical practice standards. - Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions. - Provides rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders per regulatory and clinical practice requirements. - Administers various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan including but not limited to: ADL retraining; therapeutic activities; therapeutic exercises; modalities; use of supportive and assistive devices; etc. - Assesses patient’s progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements. - Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services are modified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relation to outcomes. - Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the physical disorders. - Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans. - Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.

Qualifications

- Licensed Occupational Therapist. - Open to applicants of all experience levels.

Benefits

- Comprehensive benefits package details available at [https://ensignbenefits.com/](https://ensignbenefits.com/)

Pay

- Pay Range: $50 - $65 per hour, based on experience. - Flexible Scheduling: Options to support work-life balance.

Schedule

- Part Time: Flexible schedule with work-life balance.

Location

Anchorage, Alaska, is a beautiful city and is the gateway to many outdoor adventures. Anchorage boasts a diverse population including Alaska Native people from various tribes and cultures.