Occupational Therapist | Girdwood, Alaska

An occupational therapy professional is needed to provide specialized care in a dynamic inpatient acute care setting. This contract opportunity is based in Girdwood, AK, supporting rehabilitation services at a hospital with a comprehensive therapy team and a robust patient care environment. The assignment offers a structured schedule and the chance to engage with a multidisciplinary team focused on high-quality patient outcomes.

Location Highlights:
Girdwood, AK, is a picturesque community known for its outdoor recreational activities and scenic beauty, providing an exceptional work-life balance for healthcare professionals. The town offers easy access to skiing, hiking, and vibrant local culture, making it an ideal setting for those who appreciate nature and a close-knit community atmosphere.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy services to inpatient acute care patients, addressing a daily caseload of 8 to 10 patients.
• Collaborate with a team of approximately 60 therapy providers including PTs, OTs, SLPs, and therapy assistants within the Rehabilitation Services unit.
• Utilize electronic medical records (EPIC) to document patient care accurately.
• Adhere to unit policies, procedures, and requirements including wearing light green scrubs on the 5th floor of the main hospital building.
• Work a rotating schedule of four 10-hour shifts with weekend coverage required approximately 2-3 weekends per month.

Qualifications/Desired Experience:

• Active Occupational Therapy certification and licensure.
• Proven acute care occupational therapy experience is mandatory.
• Ability to work independently with a strong sense of initiative and sound clinical judgment.
• Completion or provisional status of Alaska state fingerprinting and background check is required before starting.

Additional Information:

• The role follows hospital guidelines with a 13-week contract duration.
• Weekend rotations and shift flexibility are essential.
• No on-call duties required.

This opportunity is suited for occupational therapists seeking focused experience within a supportive team environment in Alaska. To contribute your skills and advance your career in acute care occupational therapy, apply now to be considered for this specialized contract position.