Travel Occupational Therapist
Bethel, AK
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) in Bethel, Alaska provides full-time occupational therapy care for outpatient and inpatient settings, with some duties at a local long-term care facility. The role involves treating patients across all age groups and diagnoses within Alaska's scope of practice, including home visits and village travel. Strong didactic and cultural competence skills are essential, as well as collaboration with medical staff to deliver patient-centered care.

Job Details:

• Location: Bethel, Alaska
• Position: Occupational Therapist (Inpatient)
• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited occupational therapy program; current Alaska license or license in good standing from another state with pending Alaska licensure; current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT); current BLS certification; ability to read, analyze, and interpret medical literature; effective communication skills for diverse cultural settings; periodic self-assessment responsibilities.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in inpatient settings, familiarity with culturally diverse populations, strong documentation skills.
• Additional Information: Private housing is not provided; shared accommodations only, no pets allowed. Airfare is paid initially and reimbursed upon arrival. Candidate must provide flight itinerary at least one week in advance. Immigration and immunization documentation are required, including hepatitis, varicella, measles, mumps, rubella, T-Dap, and polio vaccines or titers. All credentials must be received and verified before onboarding. Orientation occurs Tuesdays and Wednesdays; travel arrangements cannot be made until all requirements are cleared.

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