Travel Occupational Therapist
Colfax, Washington
Whitman Hospital and Medical Center

Occupational therapy practitioners evaluate how one's condition (or risk for one) is affecting their ability to participate in life and provide ways to overcome any barriers, using a holistic perspective.

OTs examine relationships among the person, the environment, and the occupation to support health and well-being through everyday activities.

OT is required to adhere to occupational standards enforced by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) to provide appropriate evaluation and a plan of intervention for recipients of occupational therapy services specific to their needs.

Washington State Licensure or the ability to obtain licensure in Washington state.

A current valid unrestricted driver's license at the time of hire.

Certified in AHA BLS CPR within 30 days of hire.

Preferred: Occupational therapy experience in an acute care hospital setting and outpatient setting.

Preferred: Experience as a certified lymphedema therapist or ability to become certified.

Implements appropriate use of standardized tests and objective tests and measures.

Adjusts visit frequencies to meet the needs of the patient.

Refers patients to other team members and/or community agencies as needed.

Provides weekend coverage as needed.

Supervision: Delegates and supervises occupational therapist functions to OTAs, Supervises OTAs and Therapy Aide following regulatory requirements.