Occupational Therapist Inpatient
East Chicago, IN
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Occupational Therapist Inpatient in East Chicago, Indiana. This position involves providing specialized occupational therapy services to geriatric patients within a hospitals inpatient rehabilitation unit. The role supports a team focused on stroke and orthopedic care, with opportunities to work in a scenic and vibrant Midwest setting near Lake Michigan and Chicago.

Job Details

• Shift: Days, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM, with a minimum of 37.5 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Occupational Therapist (OT) license, current certification in CPR, 1 year of experience in inpatient settings, associated education requirements, and location-specific credentials.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with adult populations in hospital environments, particularly in stroke or orthopedic recovery.
• Additional Responsibilities: Deliver targeted occupational therapy interventions to improve patient independence and recovery during inpatient rehabilitation stays; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams; document patient progress.
• Schedule: Full-time, 7.5 hours per shift, working an average of 37.5 hours weekly.
• Submission Requirements: Applications should be submitted with current licensure documentation and relevant certifications.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.

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