Occupational Therapist Inpatient
Detroit, MI
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,705/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Occupational Therapist (OT) Inpatient in a healthcare setting. This role involves interpreting physician orders, administering assessments, reviewing patient progress, and developing functional goals aligned with patient needs. The position requires providing skilled therapy to adult patients, focusing on restoring or improving activities of daily living, work, or productive activities.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Certification in Occupational Therapy, valid state licensure, 0 years of experience, ability to interpret physician orders, experience with adult orthopedic, shoulder, and hand populations; Lymphedema experience is preferred but not mandatory
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with adult orthopedic, shoulder, and hand populations; Lymphedema experience (preferred but not mandatory)
- Additional Information: The Occupational Therapist will interpret physician requests, administer and interpret tests and measurements of patients, review patient charts and progress, and modify treatment plans accordingly. The focus is on developing interventions to develop, improve, or restore skills in activities of daily living, work, or productive activities for adult patients.
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
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
Recommends working with Cross Country Allied
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You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Detroit, MI
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Detroit, MI here's what you should know:- Detroit's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
- Summer average highs: 81°F; Winter average lows: 19°F
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Detroit, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
- Detroit is car-friendly with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system called the QLINE.
- Detroit is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular diseases.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major healthcare facilities.
- Detroit offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a rich musical heritage with venues for live music, sports events including professional teams, and outdoor activities such as the Detroit International RiverWalk for scenic walks and bike rides.
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