Experience the natural beauty and welcoming community of northern Michigan with this travel therapy role in Lachine. Not only is this area known for its picturesque lakes, forests, and outdoor recreation, but it also offers the unique chance to grow your clinical skills in a dynamic, technology-driven hospital environment. As a travel Occupational Therapist, you'll collaborate with seasoned professionals and learn from various leadership styles, all while expanding your expertise across outpatient and acute care settings.
This opportunity allows you to broaden your resume by utilizing your OT skills with diverse patient populations and diagnoses. Embrace new challenges, improve goal-setting, documentation, and interdisciplinary coordination, and gain valuable experience as you supervise assistants and mentor students. Outside of work, northern Michigan offers hiking, water sports, and charming small towns to explore during your downtime.
Schedule/Hours:
- Full-time travel assignment
Key Qualifications:
- Valid Occupational Therapist license
- Experience in both outpatient and acute care (preferred)
- Ability to assess and develop treatment plans tailored to each patient
- Skill in supervising Occupational Therapist Assistants, Aides, and students
- Proficient with care documentation and Microsoft Windows software
- Strong communication, teaching, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
- Physical ability to perform medium demand work and compliance with PPE requirements
- Professional values: Excellence, Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork
Core Responsibilities:
- Evaluate, plan, and implement patient-centered OT treatments
- Deliver hands-on therapy for skeletal, neurological, and cardiovascular conditions
- Submit and update treatment regimens, coordinating with physicians and care teams
- Educate patients and families regarding pathology, prognosis, and home programs
- Recommend and arrange for adaptive equipment as necessary
- Ensure accurate, timely documentation for compliance and billing
- Foster quality, innovation, and process improvement within the department and community
Benefits & Perks:
- $14,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment
- Tax-advantaged stipends for housing and travel
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage and 401(k) retirement plan
- Job stability and travel assistance for a seamless experience
- Premium compensation for travel assignments
- Exposure to innovative, technology-driven care practices
Advance your career while enjoying the adventure and growth that comes with travel therapy. Apply today to seize this rewarding opportunity in scenic Michigan!