Occupational Therapist
Grand Junction, CO
Cross Country Allied
4x10 hrs
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Inpatient. The role provides skilled assessment, treatment, education, and functional rehabilitation focused on independent living, community reintegration, cognitive retraining, upper-extremity function, perceptual activities, and assistive equipment. The position primarily supports acute care, with opportunities to work in inpatient rehabilitation.

Job Details

• Schedule: Four nine-hour day shifts with variable shifts; 9.5-hour shifts; minimum 38 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school; current, valid Occupational Therapist licensure for the working location in Colorado; one year of related experience, preferably in a medical or clinical setting; Basic Life Support certification.
• Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree in Occupational Therapy; Certified Hand Therapist credential; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification.
• Additional Information:
  • Provides assessment, treatment, and education related to independent living, community reintegration, functional cognitive retraining, upper-extremity function, perceptual activities, assistive equipment, and splinting and positioning mechanics.
  • Evaluates patients, establishes treatment goals and anticipated outcomes, and delivers skilled physical assessments and treatments.
  • Reassesses patient progress and revises treatment plans and goals when appropriate.
  • May delegate and supervise students, assistants, and technicians within the scope of authority.
  • Primarily supports acute care, with some opportunity for inpatient rehabilitation; outpatient services are not included.
  • Assignment dates are 12/14/2026 through 03/13/2027.

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