Home Health Occupational Therapist
Fort Dodge, IA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$3,366/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHome Health
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for a Home Health position near Fort Dodge, IA, requiring 2+ years of OT experience and a valid state license.
Details
- Home health setting covering a 50-mile radius around Fort Dodge, IA
- Traveler will average 200-250 miles per week
- Average of 4-6 patients per day
- Patients typically require short-term therapy following hospitalization or nursing home stay
- Team includes 1 PT, 1 OT, 1 PTA, and 1 COTA
- Weekly virtual team meetings with monthly in-person meetings
- Epic EMR used for documentation
Requirements
- Active Occupational Therapist state license required (license required if applicable)
- Minimum 2 years of OT experience required
- Home health experience preferred but not required
- BLS certification required
- Epic EMR experience preferred
- Must have own vehicle; mileage reimbursed
- Iowa state license required; compact license accepted
- Must not have been employed by the facility within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- First-time travelers accepted
- Orientation begins every Monday, including general orientation, required online courses, and 2 days of Epic training
- New hires complete ride-along/shadow visits during orientation
- Therapy manager provides support and documentation review during the first few weeks of the assignment
- Travelers typically reach full productivity by week 3
- Travelers are required to work 2 of 3 winter holidays (Christmas, New Year's, or Thanksgiving)
- Limited time-off requests permitted during peak holiday periods in late November and December/January
- Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
Employer
American Traveler
82 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Responsive, helpful, easy to work with and always checking in and making sure I’m covered when she’s not working. Helped me get the contract I needed
Cons
None
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
Fort Dodge, IA
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