Occupational Therapist

Job Title

Occupational Therapist

Location

Waimea, HI | Long Term Care / Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients across inpatient and outpatient settings, focusing on Activities of Daily Living (ADL), range of motion (ROM), strength, and functional restoration as prescribed by physicians
• Develop, implement, and document individualized written occupational therapy plans of care, including orthotics fabrication, sensory integration, psychosocial functioning, and upper extremity motor treatment
• Collaborate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, and community agencies to deliver coordinated, comprehensive rehabilitative care and discharge planning
• Serve as an activities consultant for Long Term Care and hospital units, providing guidance on planning and conducting therapeutic activity programs for individuals and groups
• Conduct in-service training for hospital staff, orient personnel to occupational therapy goals, and contribute to staff education and professional development
• Maintain accurate treatment records, collect statistical data, and ensure compliance with HIPAA, The Joint Commission (TJC), and applicable federal and state regulatory standards

Required Qualifications

• Active Hawaii Occupational Therapist license (or ability to obtain promptly)
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current BLS certification
• Demonstrated ability to perform diagnostic assessments and develop individualized treatment plans across a diverse patient population
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and commitment to maintaining confidentiality

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings, including Long Term Care
• Familiarity with orthotics design, fabrication, and fitting
• Experience providing culturally sensitive care and applying age-specific treatment approaches
• Prior involvement in Joint Commission (TJC) compliance, Performance Improvement, or Infection Control activities

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to practice across a broad scope of occupational therapy services — including group therapy, vocational therapy, recreational programs, life skills training, and more — within a comprehensive rehabilitation department
• Work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment on the beautiful island of Kauai, Hawaii, with a strong emphasis on staff development and continuing education