Occupational Therapist, Inpatient Rehabilitation
Jacksonville, FL
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$41-45/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Travel Position
Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
- Provide inpatient rehabilitation therapy for adults recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.
- Work within a 50-bed acute rehabilitation hospital focused on maximizing patient health, function, and quality of life.
- Deliver customized, individualized rehabilitation programs including functional interventions and group/concurrent therapy modes.
Schedule & Hours
- Day shift: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Workweek: Tuesday through Saturday (altered workweek Sunday through Thursday noted)
- Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
- No call requirements
Patient Population & Environment
- Adult patients with neuro, orthopedic, traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), and cardio-pulmonary diagnoses
- Patient-to-therapist ratio: approximately 1:5-7 depending on acuity
- Facility equipped with advanced rehabilitation technology including Smart Car, In-Motion Arm Bionik, Saebo, TBI gym, transfer rooms, outdoor functional courtyard, and EKSO (available soon)
- Electronic Health Record system: Cerner
Required Qualifications
- Valid Occupational Therapist license in Florida
Preferred Skills
- Experience with functional interventions
- Experience providing group and concurrent therapy sessions
Additional Information
- Scrub color: Olive Green
- Report time on first day: 8:00 AM
- Parking available on-site (side or back of building)
This position is ideal for occupational therapists seeking a travel assignment in a specialized inpatient rehabilitation setting with a focus on neurological and orthopedic patient care.
Employer
Host Healthcare
265 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Very Good Recruiter, i have used Vicky for 3 assignments and she is helpful, courteous and kind Will Culpepper travel nurse since 2020
Cons
None
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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Jacksonville, FL
As a travel nurse in Jacksonville, FL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Jacksonville is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- In the summer, average highs are around 90°F and lows are around 70°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 65°F and lows are around 45°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Jacksonville, with many options available for furnished housing, especially in popular areas near the beaches and downtown.
- Jacksonville is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options are available, including buses and the Skyway, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the expansive city and its surrounding areas.
- Jacksonville has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery and potential exposure to hurricanes.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Jacksonville due to its numerous healthcare facilities and hospitals.
- Jacksonville offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially seafood options.
- The city also has a thriving arts community, with numerous galleries and the Riverside Arts Market.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, tennis, and water sports along the coastline, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's parks and nature reserves.
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