Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
Amarillo, TX
Travel Nurses, Inc.
5x8 hrs
$2,097/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Life insurance
Qualifications
- Resume
- Therapist (1 year)
- 1 Year Unit Experience Within the Last 3 Years
Description
Occupational Therapist
Overview
- Travel/contract role in Amarillo, Texas
- Day shift: 5x8 hours, 7:00–15:30
- 40 hours per week
- 13-week contract
- Unit accepts first-time travelers
- No local candidates within 50 miles
Required Qualifications
- Valid Occupational Therapist license in Texas
- BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross or RQI or American Safety and Health Institute
- NBCOT
- Drivers License/State ID
- Education verification
- 7-year background check
- Work history verification for 7 years
- Clear headshot for badge
- Physical exam within 12 months of start
- Fit test within 1 year of start
- Adult Tdap vaccine within 10 years of start
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start
- Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
- Color blind testing
- Employment application/resume
- Unit-specific skills checklist
- Complete application/resume
- Required health documentation for measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella, and flu season compliance
Preferred
- None stated
Additional Notes
- ACLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, MAB, NIH Stroke Certification, and CPI are required as applicable
- E-Verify is required for direct candidates; attestation is required for sub candidates
- Fingerprinting is required for New Mexico placements only
- References are listed as an internal requirement only and are not required to clear candidates
Employer
Travel Nurses, Inc.
Fantastic!
Marissa was great to work with and I look forward to working with her again on my next search
Review of Marissa Morgan on Feb 9, 202420 nurses found this helpful
Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and operated healthcare staffing agency connecting nurses and allied health professionals with opportunities nationwide. Since 1988, we’ve grown from supporting operating room teams in the Mid-South to serving a wide range of specialties across the country.
At our core, we believe healthcare professionals are the foundation of care. That belief drives everything we do, from how we support our clinicians to how we build long-term relationships.
We are committed to making travel simple, transparent and rewarding. With clear pay packages, dedicated recruiter support and a focus on career mobility, our clinicians can move forward with confidence.
Wherever your career takes you, you’ll never go alone.
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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