Occupational Therapist - Per Diem
The Occupational Therapist per diem role at Confidential Client involves evaluating patients and developing tailored occupational therapy programs under clinical supervision. The position requires maintaining professional expertise and contributing to patient rehabilitation with a focus on physical and psychological assessment, working primarily on rotating weekend shifts.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare & Nursing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring a Per Diem Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in a rehabilitation setting. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered OT services, documenting progress, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Provide skilled occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
- Deliver evidence-based interventions for ADLs, IADLs, cognitive and physical re‑education
- Document assessments, treatment progress, and discharge planning per facility policy
- Communicate treatment goals and progress with patients, families, and the care team
- Participate in care conferences and follow supervisory direction from clinical leaders
- Maintain professional growth and licensing/compliance requirements
Who We’re Looking For
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, entry-level Master’s degree, or entry-level Doctorate in OT
- Vermont state OT license or eligibility to obtain Vermont licensure
- BLS preferred
- Able to work at least one weekend shift per quarter
- Comfortable with per-diem scheduling (no guaranteed hours; not benefit-eligible)
Experience
- Typically 3–6 months to reach proficiency in assigned duties; all levels considered for per-diem opportunities
Compensation & Schedule
- Employment type: Part-time / Per diem
- Pay: $36.50 — $54.75 per hour (visible salary range)
- Shift: Day shifts (8-hour), rotating weekend needs
- Location: Berlin, VT — onsite at the client facility
- This is a per-diem role (position has no committed hours and is not benefit-eligible)
Additional Info
- Hiring organization: Confidential Client (via Careertakes)
- This posting is for candidates authorized to work in the United States and able to meet Vermont licensing requirements.
- Confidential Client and Careertakes follow all applicable federal and Vermont employment laws.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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