Occupational Therapist
Oklahoma City, OK
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an Adult Rehab Services unit, requiring 1+ year of experience and acute, trauma, or critical care background preferred.

Details

• Adult Rehab Services department setting
• Day shift, 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week, 40 hours per week
• High-volume department with 80-85 staff including 11 travelers
• Typically staffed with 15-16 OT/COTA to meet patient demands
• Caseload of 11-12 patients per 8-hour shift with a goal of treating 8 patients

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required
• Minimum of 1 year of experience required
• Oklahoma OT license preferred, license required if applicable
• Current BLS certification from AHA required upon hire
• Acute, trauma, travel, and/or critical care experience preferred
• Knowledge of OT principles, practices, and treatment materials
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients and staff
• Basic computer skills required

Additional Information

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans under physician direction
• Assist patients with adaptive equipment, orthotic devices, joint protection, and body mechanics training
• Communicate patient goals and progress to patients and families
• Assist with discharge planning including equipment ordering and home therapy instruction
• May supervise OT students
• Facility enforces strict credentialing and compliance deadlines with no push starts allowed
• 30-day written notice required for early cancellation or assignment end
• Candidates must live outside a 50 mile radius to be considered
• Full DOB and SSN required for consideration