Occupational Therapist (OT) Acute Care TempForce

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Acute Rehab PT/OT 3

Provides occupational therapy services to patients who have impairments, developmental disabilities, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes with some guidance. Actively collaborates with the health care/educational team to meet patient care, outcomes and system improvement objectives.

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Acute Care Occupational Therapist Opportunity at a Leading Academic Medical Center

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) seeking a high-impact acute care opportunity in a nationally recognized academic medical center?

Join Vanderbilt Health TempForce for a 13-week assignment supporting one of the country's premier Acute Care Rehabilitation programs. This position offers competitive compensation, valuable hospital experience, a streamlined hiring process, and the opportunity to work with highly complex medical and surgical patient populations.

As an Acute Care Occupational Therapist, you will collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, case managers, and rehabilitation specialists to help patients maximize independence, improve safety, and achieve functional goals during hospitalization and beyond.

Tennessee Occupational Therapist license or eligibility for licensure
Current BLS certification
Minimum two years of Occupational Therapy experience
At least one year of recent Adult Acute Care experience

Two or more years of Adult Acute Care experience in a Level I Trauma Center
Experience treating medically complex, surgical, ICU, transplant, and progressive care patient populations
Experience with discharge planning, ADL retraining, cognitive assessment, and functional mobility interventions

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

LIC-Occupational Therapy License - Licensure-Others

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

Less than 1 year

Education:

Bachelor's: Occupational Therapy (Required)

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

At Vanderbilt University Hospital, you'll gain experience in a world-class healthcare environment that includes:

Nationally recognized Level I Trauma Center
One of the nation's largest and busiest transplant programs
Advanced specialties including critical care, neurosciences, cardiovascular medicine, surgery, and specialty medicine
An Acute Care Rehabilitation team of approximately 130 rehabilitation professionals
A collaborative culture that empowers therapists to practice at the top of their license

13-week TempForce assignment
Full-time schedule, 40 hours per week
Five 8-hour day shifts
30-minute meal break
Schedule determined by department needs
Weekend requirements negotiable
Potential extension opportunities for up to one year
Opportunity to transition into a permanent Vanderbilt Health position

Responsibilities

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→Evaluate and treat adult acute care patients across a variety of medical and surgical service lines
→Develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional independence and safe discharge
→Provide ADL retraining, cognitive assessment, upper extremity intervention, and patient/family education
→Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams regarding equipment recommendations and discharge planning
→Document clinical findings and treatment recommendations in the electronic medical record

Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Productivity expectations vary based on patient complexity, acuity, and clinical needs

Therapists are expected to provide high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting efficient patient throughput and discharge planning

Apply online and upload your current resume.
Connect with a recruiter via phone or text.
Participate in a virtual interview with rehabilitation leadership.
Receive timely feedback, often within 48 hours of the interview.

Our goal is to complete the interview and hiring process within two weeks whenever possible.

If you're an experienced Acute Care Occupational Therapist, Hospital Occupational Therapist, or Travel OT looking for a rewarding short-term assignment with exceptional clinical exposure, we encourage you to apply and join the Vanderbilt Health team.