Occupational Therapist Travel

About the role

Location: Waco, TX, Facility: Ascension Providence Hospital, Department: Associate Travel Program - Occupational Therapy, Schedule: Day Shift | 40 hours per week, Gross Rate up to $1,846 per week.

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial deficits.
• Evaluate independent living skills to design safe, effective plans of care, including treatment type and frequency.
• Execute treatment plans using appropriate modalities, document progress, and modify care plans as needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers on deficits, assist with discharge planning, and provide guidance on adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Oversee certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to regulations and practice standards.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Drivers License preferred.
• Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.

Preferences

• 1+ year of recent experience as Occupational Therapist

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more