Travel Occupational Therapist
Fort Dodge, IA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
An Occupational Therapist (OT) traveler position is available in Fort Dodge, Iowa. This role involves providing therapy services to patients in a home health setting. Travelers are required to bring their license on the first day. The position offers a scheduled shift of 8 hours per day, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Candidates must have their license available upon start and bring relevant certifications and work history.

Job Details:

• Location: Fort Dodge, Iowa
• Specialty: Occupational Therapist (OT) Home Health
• Shift: 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Required Qualifications: Valid state license in Iowa, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, drivers license, work history/resume, skills checklist completed within 1 year, license verification, and copy of certifications.
• Experience: 0 years minimum experience required; 2 years of OT experience preferred, home health experience is not necessary.
• Schedule: 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, start date 07/13/2026, working on holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day).
• Additional Information: The traveler will be working in a home health environment with an average of 4-6 patients per day. The role involves utilizing EPIC electronic medical records, and experience with EPIC (EMR) is preferred. The position includes mileage reimbursement, and the traveler must have their own vehicle. Full productivity is typically achieved by week 3, with initial orientation including general organization training, online courses, Epic EMR training, and shadow visits. Support is available from a therapy manager during the first couple of weeks.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits