Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
Amarillo, TX
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,236/weekOverview
- Start Date04/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Occupational Therapist - Acute Care
Location: Amarillo, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Shift: 5 days per week, 8-hour day shifts
- Work Setting: Acute Care
- Travel Radius: 50 miles
- Experience Required: Minimum 1 year in specialty
- Open to: First-time travelers
Required Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Additional certifications may be required as applicable (e.g., ACLS, PALS), but BLS and NBCOT are mandatory.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Occupational Therapist license in Texas
- Minimum 1 year of Occupational Therapist experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Background and Compliance Requirements
- 7-year background check within 1 year of start date, updated annually
- Education verification of highest level completed
- Drug screening (10-panel) within 90 days of start
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start
- Required immunizations/vaccinations including:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination)
- Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
- Varicella (positive titer, vaccination, or documented history)
- Seasonal Flu vaccine or approved exemption during flu season
- Physical exam within 12 months of start
- Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
Additional Requirements
- Valid Driver’s License or State ID
- Completion of unit-specific skills checklist annually
- Work history verification for the past 7 years
- Completion of employment application/resume submission
- Photo for badge identification
Notes
- Orientation and onboarding may include additional drug screening and fingerprinting (if applicable by state).
- Candidates must comply with all facility-specific policies and documentation requirements.
- Prior travel experience is not required; first-time travelers are accepted.
This position is ideal for Occupational Therapists seeking a travel contract in an acute care hospital setting with a supportive environment for first-time travelers.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
Nenshi is a wonderful recruiter. Very detailed and thorough. Top tier communication.
Cons
I have not experienced any negative feedback.
Recommends working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Amarillo, TX
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Amarillo, TX here's what you should know:- Amarillo's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to around 25°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Amarillo, with options available for furnished housing.
- Amarillo is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Amarillo has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dusty climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Amarillo.
- Amarillo offers a variety of activities, including art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, and restaurants in the Route 66 District.
- Visitors can enjoy live performances at the Amarillo Little Theatre and explore museums such as the Amarillo Museum of Art and the Texas Air & Space Museum.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can visit the botanical gardens, local zoo, and Thompson Memorial Park for walking, biking, and other recreational activities.
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