Travel Occupational Therapist
Ottumwa, IA
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) – 13-week assignment in Ottumwa, IA. Provide occupational therapy across acute rehab, med-surg, and outpatient settings.

Join a dynamic healthcare team in Ottumwa, Iowa, as a Rehab Occupational Therapist. This 13-week travel contract is an excellent travel therapy opportunity to deliver patient-centered care in acute rehab, med-surg, and outpatient clinics while enjoying the welcoming Ottumwa community (zip code 52501).

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,690 – $1,820
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (with potential to extend)
• Position: Travel Occupational Therapist / Rehab OT
• Setting: Acute rehab, med-surg, and outpatient units
• Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, 5 days per week (40 hours/week)
• Weekend Rotation: Saturday coverage as scheduled
• Dress Code: Scrubs (any color) or business casual; closed-toe shoes required
• EMR: Meditech (IP/ARU) and Net Health (OP)
• Location: Ottumwa, Iowa — Iowa occupational therapy jobs, Ottumwa healthcare

Job Requirements

• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) license in Iowa
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapist (OT) — rehab OT experience preferred
• Ability to float between acute rehab and med-surg units and support outpatient caseloads
• Strong communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary teamwork skills
• Comfortable with weekend rotation and flexible scheduling
• Proficiency with Meditech and Net Health EMR systems for occupational therapy documentation

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy services to patients in acute rehab, med-surg, and outpatient settings
• Perform evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement evidence-based interventions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (PT, SLP, nursing, case management) to support patient recovery and discharge planning
• Document patient progress and outcomes using Meditech and Net Health EMR systems
• Participate in weekend rotation and float as needed between units
• Maintain professional standards, safety, and facility dress code

Why Join Our Team

• Work as a travel occupational therapist in a supportive hospital environment
• Gain diverse clinical experience across acute rehab, med-surg, and outpatient care
• Enjoy Ottumwa, IA — a friendly community with parks, local culture, and an excellent quality of life

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Ottumwa, Iowa. Click apply to submit your resume and licensure information. Join our healthcare team today and advance your career in occupational therapy.

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