Occupational Therapist
Grand Junction, CO
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,143/weekOverview
- Start Date06/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x9 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
Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Job Description
- Evaluate, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs to help patients develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills.
- Support participants in achieving optimal independence, safety, and quality of life through therapeutic interventions aligned with interdisciplinary care plans.
- Work primarily with elderly and frail populations.
- Participate in a program providing comprehensive, coordinated, whole-person care to seniors to help them live safely in their homes.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Occupational Therapist license in Colorado, maintained throughout employment.
- Current registration as an Occupational Therapist by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapist, including experience within the last year.
- Experience working with geriatric patients.
Additional Information
- This role supports a meaningful mission focused on eldercare and improving seniors' quality of life.
- The position involves working within a federally and state-funded program designed to provide comprehensive care for the elderly.
Employer
Host Healthcare
231 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
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 Grand Junction, CO
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Grand Junction, CO here's what you should know:- Cost of living in Grand Junction is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Grand Junction are around 90°F, with winter lows averaging around 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Grand Junction, and they can be relatively easy to find.
- Grand Junction is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Grand Junction has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Grand Junction offers a variety of restaurants, wineries, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and exploring the nearby national parks.
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