Occupational Therapist Inpatient
Springfield, MO
Cross Country Allied
4x9 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,000/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x9 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Occupational Therapist Inpatient (OT IP) Springfield, MO. This role involves providing outpatient rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries, and other conditions. The position emphasizes clinical excellence in a dedicated inpatient rehabilitation setting with a focus on improving patient functional ability and quality of life.
Job Details
- Position Description: Must have inpatient rehabilitation, and/or acute experience. Immediately start date available.
- Shift: Nights, 9 hours, with minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Occupational Therapy (OT) license, experience in inpatient rehabilitation or acute care, at least 2 years of relevant experience, MO state licensure, and education in Occupational Therapy.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with neuro, ortho, debility, or cardiac diagnoses; strong teamwork, communication, work ethic, and responsibility.
- Additional Notes: No float requirements noted. Candidate will work with geriatric, adult, and pediatric populations (no younger than 13).
- Position Responsibilities: Provide patient care in a 60-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit, utilizing specialized equipment such as high-tech therapy devices and robotic assistive technology. Coordinate with a dedicated team to deliver effective therapy sessions tailored to patient needs.
- Schedule: Nights, from 7:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., with 36 guaranteed hours per week.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must report at 7:30 a.m. and ask for Allyson Beary upon arrival.
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
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Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
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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 Springfield, MO
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Springfield, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Springfield, MO is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 87°F, and the average low in winter is around 22°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Springfield, MO, with options ranging from apartments to furnished homes.
- Springfield is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Springfield has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, and the city has a vibrant art and music scene.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy various local and college-level sports events.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping are popular due to the city's proximity to nature.
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