Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab & Acute Care
Overland Park, KS
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist for an 8-week inpatient float pool assignment requiring at least 2 years of experience and BLS certification, with a weekend-focused schedule.

Responsibilities

• Float position covering all inpatient units within a hospital setting
• Day shift schedule, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Weekend assignment requiring availability on Saturdays and Sundays, with an additional weekday (Thursday)
• Patient ratios of 8–10 acute care patients or 4 inpatient rehab patients
• 11–12 OTs scheduled per day shift
• Equipment used includes Hoyer lifts, EZ Stands, BITS, Xcite, Barihab, and BURT devices
• EMR system: Meditech
• No on-call requirements
• 8-week contract
• Perform OT evaluations and treatments across all inpatient units
• Inpatient rehab experience is preferred
• Growing inpatient rehab unit with a collaborative OT/PT team culture
• Any color scrubs are acceptable; professional appearance is expected

Requirements

• Active OT license (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of OT experience, with active experience within the last 6 months
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment start)
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required if licensed in Florida or Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts