Staff Position

Occupational Therapist
Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Yuma, AZ
5x8 hrs, Days

$85K-154K/year

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays

Pay

Estimated pay

$85K-154K/year

Qualifications

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License

Other license in Arizona

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Start date within 180 days
Eligible to work in US

Description

Permanent Occupational Therapist | Up to $10K Sign-On + Relocation + 3 Months Housing | Day Shift
Full-Time Occupational Therapist – Acute Care / Hospital Setting

Location: Yuma
Schedule: Full-Time | Days | 8-hour shifts | 40 hrs/week
Setting: Acute Care Hospital

Compensation

💰 $84,900 – $154,000+/year (DOE)
Hourly Range: $40.82 – $74.09/hr

Additional Incentives:

Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus
Up to $5,000 relocation assistance
3 months furnished housing available

Why Consider Yuma?

300+ days of sunshine each year
Lower cost of living than many larger markets
Outdoor lifestyle: Colorado River, hiking, boating, desert recreation
Easy access to Phoenix, San Diego, and Southern California

About the Opportunity

Join a respected regional Level II Trauma Center with a growing rehab department and strong interdisciplinary support. This is a great opportunity for an OT seeking long-term stability, full benefits, and a diverse hospital-based caseload.

You’ll collaborate with physicians, nursing, case management, PT, SLP, and rehab staff to help patients maximize independence and safely transition through recovery.

Occupational Therapist Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans
Improve ADLs, mobility, safety awareness, and functional independence
Recommend adaptive equipment and compensatory strategies
Train patients and families on safe transitions and home needs
Adjust plans of care based on progress and clinical presentation
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on discharge planning
Supervise COTAs/support staff as appropriate
Complete documentation in EPIC EMR

Specialty Skills Welcomed

Therapists with backgrounds such as:

Lymphedema management
Neuro rehab / stroke recovery
Upper extremity / hand therapy exposure
Ortho / post-surgical recovery
Cognitive rehab
Geriatrics

may have opportunities to bring those strengths into the role.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active OT license or ability to obtain Arizona licensure
BLS (AHA) required
1+ year experience preferred

Why Join

Day shift schedule
No call noted
Full benefits package
Strong compensation range
Relocation support + temporary housing
Stable permanent role with growth opportunity

Interested or know a OT who may be? Leah Rietveld | Direct Hire Recruiter, Medical Solutions $1,000 referral bonus if someone you refer is hired.

Employer

Medical Solutions Direct Hire

About

At Medical Solutions, we’re people who care, helping people who care. No matter how you look at it, there’s a whole lot of care going on in our world and that’s just the way we like it. What do we do? Medical Solutions is one of the nation’s largest providers of total workforce solutions in the healthcare industry, connecting nurses and allied health clinicians with hospitals and healthcare systems across the country and around the corner. Through our family of brands, we also serve a segment of clients outside of the healthcare space. And we’re the very best at what we do. You’ll love our culture that’s filled with heart and soul. As a company and employer, we’re sincerely and unabashedly us. We lead as humans first and believe the unique qualities of each team member make us better together. We share a purpose for helping others and the drive to make a difference. And we offer endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, throughout your career. At Medical Solutions, you’ll find a great place to work and a career home. We’ve received Best Places to Work awards, landed top industry awards, and received accolades for the impact we’ve made in business and within our community. But the only way to really get to know us, is to join us. We think you’ll fit right in.

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About Yuma, AZ

Cost of Living

Yuma'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.

Weather

Summer average highs: 107°F, average lows: 74°F.
Winter average highs: 69°F, average lows: 46°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Yuma, especially during the off-peak season.
There are options for furnished apartments and houses.

Transportation

Yuma is car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on personal vehicles.

Demographics

Yuma has a diverse population with a mix of cultures.
The age range is varied, with a significant senior population.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the desert climate.
Yuma has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Yuma offers a variety of activities, including a wide range of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, art galleries, and shops in the historic downtown area.
There are also opportunities for outdoor activities such as visiting parks, river beach, and fishing docks, as well as participating in festivals throughout the year.

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