Travel Occupational Therapist
Waco, Texas
Ascension Providence Hospital

Job Opportunity: Occupational Therapist (OT) - Inpatient Rehab

Location: Waco, Texas
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Evaluate and treat patients with physical, emotional, and cognitive deficits in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.
• Design and implement individualized care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and provide education to patients and families.
• Required to work one weekend per month.
• No on-call duties.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant certifications required.
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated (default to typical OT travel role experience; confirm with recruiter if needed).
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention).

Immunizations & Health Requirements

• Proof of two MMR vaccines or positive IGG titer (no declinations accepted).
• Fit test required (preferred prior to start, can be completed onsite).
• Hepatitis B vaccination series completion or signed declination.
• Influenza vaccine required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); exemptions accepted with mask requirement.
• Positive IGRA or PPD results with negative chest X-ray within one year; TB questionnaire updated annually.
• Varicella immunity proof or vaccination (no declinations accepted).
• Tdap vaccine valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted).
• Health statement or completed physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.

Compliance & Documentation

• Valid driver’s license or state ID (must match home state for compact license).
• 2-step PPD or IGRA test within required timeframes.
• Resume/profile submission required.
• At least two professional references prior to first assignment.
• Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and others within 30 days of assignment.
• EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check within 90 days of start.
• Skills checklist completed within one year of start and updated annually.
• 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start, updated annually.
• Education verification within 90 days of start.
• Confirmation of assignment documentation required upon initial assignment and updates.
• Employment verification for the past seven years.

Additional Notes

• Post-assignment evaluations and exit surveys may be required.
• Some optional documentation includes badge photo and legal name change documents if applicable.

This position is ideal for Occupational Therapists seeking a travel assignment in an inpatient rehab setting with a structured schedule and comprehensive compliance requirements.