Occupational Therapist Inpatient Rehab
Medford, OR
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,148/weekOverview
- Start Date07/13/2026
- 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 - Inpatient Rehab
Location: Medford, Oregon
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (8 hours/day)
Patient Ratio: 1:1
Floating: Position may float between units, primarily IRF with occasional acute care depending on census
On-Call: Not required
Weekends: Not required
Block Schedules: Not required
Facility Overview
- Short Term Acute Care facility
- 108 staffed beds
- Charting system: Epic
- Free parking available
Required Qualifications
- Valid Occupational Therapist license in Oregon
Health and Safety Requirements
- Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO, confirming ability to work
- Fit mask testing required for travel candidates unless exempted by specialty (not required for outpatient PT)
- Immunizations and documentation required:
- TDAP (within 10 years) or declination
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer with acceptable alternatives
- Hepatitis B vaccination series or signed declination
- Varicella vaccination or positive titer with acceptable alternatives
- Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season
- COVID vaccination record preferred; declinations accepted with adherence to masking policies
- Drug screening: 9-panel drug screen within 12 months of start (instant acceptable)
Background and Verification
- Background check within 90 days covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years, updated annually
- Education verification required for all candidates
- Employment application covering at least last 5 years of employment
- Minimum of 2 professional references covering 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty/setting within last 3 years
- Work history verification required if exceptions to references are requested
- State-specific searches and registry checks as applicable (Oregon, Washington, Alaska)
Additional Requirements
- Float policy acknowledgment required (may float to other nearby facilities)
- Passport-style badge photo with neutral background required
- Completion of annual regulatory and specialty-specific training modules via LMS (Workramp)
- Respiratory safety clearance required annually for travel candidates
- Competency and skills checklists as applicable, updated annually
Notes
- No weekend or on-call requirements
- 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday
- Position primarily in inpatient rehab with some acute care floating
- Epic charting system used
- Free parking available onsite
This position is ideal for Occupational Therapists seeking a travel contract with a structured weekday schedule and a supportive acute care environment. First-time travel therapists are welcome.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend 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 Medford, OR
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Medford, OR here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Medford, OR is slightly lower than the national average, making it a more affordable option.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
- Summer average highs range from 85-95°F, while winter average lows range from 30-35°F, offering a mix of warm and mild seasons.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Medford, with options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.
- Medford is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Medford has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Medford offers a variety of activities including exploring vineyards and wineries, enjoying outdoor adventures such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking at Rogue River and Table Rock, visiting Crater Lake National Park, and experiencing local art, music, and dining at restaurants.
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