Occupational Therapist
Tucson, AZ
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT in Tucson, AZ. We seek a dedicated Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while experiencing a new clinical environment in a hospital setting.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Arizona Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required by the facility.
• Experience working in an acute care hospital or inpatient rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and document according to facility and department policies.
• Experience supervising COTAs and OT students preferred.
• Ability to perform safe patient handling and use of assistive/adaptive equipment.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide additional information.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Shift: Day. 5x8 schedule.
• Duration: 13 week assignment.
• Role responsibilities include evaluations, individualized treatment planning, discharge planning, patient/family education, documentation, and supervision of COTAs and students.
• Participation in interdisciplinary team meetings and adherence to facility safety and infection control protocols required.

Location Highlights

Tucson offers outdoor recreation and urban amenities within close proximity. The city sits near Saguaro National Park and Rincon Mountain District, both within a 20–30 minute drive, offering hiking and desert scenery for an adventurous lifestyle. Tucson is approximately 60 miles from the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and near the Catalina Foothills, providing cultural attractions and suburban neighborhoods within a short commute. Downtown Tucson features the historic Fourth Avenue district and the Tucson Museum of Art, supporting an urban, walkable environment with local dining and entertainment options. Public transit options include Sun Tran bus services and connections to regional highways, facilitating commutes across the metro area.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. You will have access to recruiter support and the resources needed to start your assignment.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.