Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
Cottonwood, AZ
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Occupational Therapist

Location

Cottonwood, AZ | Inpatient / Short Term Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Sunday–Thursday, 5x8-hour shifts, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM | One weekend day required per week

Key Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy evaluation and treatment to inpatient populations within a short-term acute care setting
• Manage patients requiring moderate to maximum assistance, including those on ventilators
• Perform co-treatments and collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
• Adapt quickly to shifting caseload demands, including picking up additional evaluations throughout the day
• Adhere to facility quality and patient safety standards, including medication administration protocols (BCMA)
• Complete documentation and charting accurately using Cerner

Required Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapist license in the State of Arizona — required and must be in hand prior to start
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association — required
• Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience
• Ability to work one weekend day per week (department operates 7 days a week)
• Comfort floating without restrictions, including to other units or affiliate facilities based on census and skill needs
• Local candidates are welcome to apply

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Generalist background with confidence treating a broad range of medical diagnoses
• Experience working with ventilated patients and managing high-acuity caseloads
• Familiarity with Cerner electronic health records
• Ability to pivot efficiently and manage a dynamic, fluctuating caseload

Why Join Us

• Expected 40 hours per week within a teaching, Level IV trauma facility offering a well-rounded acute care experience
• Free on-site parking and first-time travelers are welcome, making this an accessible opportunity for those newer to contract work