Occupational Therapist
East Chicago, IN
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 (OT) – Travel Contract

Location

East Chicago, IN | Acute Inpatient Rehab

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Days | Onsite | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Expected 40 hours/week | Expected 1 weekend day per month

Key Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy evaluation and treatment services within a 20-bed acute inpatient rehabilitation unit
• Manage a caseload at a 5:1 patient-to-therapist ratio, focusing primarily on a geriatric population
• Treat patients with common diagnoses including stroke and orthopedic conditions
• Document patient care and progress using Epic EHR
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team in a flexible and cooperative manner

Required Qualifications

• Active OTR (Occupational Therapist Registered) certification required
• Master's degree (MS) in Occupational Therapy required
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with an adult population
• Proficiency or ability to work with Epic EHR

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a hospital or acute care setting strongly preferred
• Experience treating stroke and orthopedic diagnoses
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and adapt within a dynamic rehab environment

Why Join Us

• Take on a rewarding travel assignment in Northwest Indiana with easy access to downtown Chicago (~30 minutes), Indiana Dunes National Park, and Lake Michigan beaches — an exceptional quality of life during your assignment
• Join a structured inpatient rehab team with a defined caseload, consistent scheduling, and a supportive clinical environment