Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab
Kinston, North Carolina
UNC Lenoir Health Care

Job Opportunity: Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab

Location: Kinston, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Call: No call required
• Floating: Ideally yes, but may be limited to inpatient rehab depending on candidate availability
• Charting System: EPIC

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Valid Occupational Therapist license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Occupational Therapist experience
• Occupational Therapist experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Additional Requirements

• Candidates must be located outside a 50-mile radius (no local candidates)
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history and education verification required
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Immunizations and health documents required, including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (with medical or religious exemptions considered)
  • COVID vaccination proof if vaccinated (requirement may be waived if not vaccinated)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start date
• Fit mask test may be required depending on role

Orientation & Training

• Completion of facility-specific LMS modules during orientation
• Required to review and sign confidentiality and code of conduct attestations (where applicable)

Notes

• Candidates will be reviewed and interviewed by management
• Must include required documentation in submission to be considered
• Certifications must be current and not expiring within 30 days of start date; proof of renewal plans accepted as placeholders

This position offers a structured weekday schedule with no call and the opportunity to work in inpatient rehabilitation. It is suitable for Occupational Therapists with at least 2 years of experience who hold a current license and BLS certification. First-time travel therapists are welcome to apply.