Occupational Therapist
Grand Junction, CO
American Traveler
4x9 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x9hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an Acute Care Therapy Services unit, requiring 1+ year of related experience and a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.

Details

• Acute Care Therapy Services unit within a hospital setting
• Primarily acute care with some opportunity for inpatient rehabilitation across different departments
• No outpatient responsibilities
• Day shift schedule with 4x9-hour variable shifts
• 36 hours per week over 4 days

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school required
• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy preferred
• Minimum 1 year of related experience required, preferably in a medical or clinic setting
• Current state Occupational Therapy license required if applicable
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association required and must not expire prior to start
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential preferred
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred
• Epic EMR charting experience preferred
• Experience with assistive equipment, splinting, and positioning mechanics
• Skills in perceptual activities, delegation, and supervision

Additional Information

• Provide assessment, treatment, and education in independent living, community reintegration, functional cognitive retraining, and upper extremity function
• Evaluate patients, establish treatment goals, and deliver skilled physical assessments and treatments
• Delegate and supervise students, assistants, and technicians within scope of authority
• Reassess patient progress and revise treatment plans and goals as needed
• Returning employees must be separated from any facility within this health system for at least one year before becoming eligible for a new travel assignment