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Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy
Soldotna, Alaska
Central Peninsula General Hospital

$2,540-3,056/week
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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Travel Contract

Location: Soldotna, Alaska
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)
Specialty: Occupational Therapy (Hand Therapy focus)


Job Description

  • Travel contract opportunity starting in August.
  • Duration: Approximately 6 months.
  • Candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in Occupational Therapy.
  • Must be comfortable working independently.
  • Preference for applicants with hand therapy experience.

Schedule & Work Details

  • Work schedule options: 5-8 hour days or 4/10 hour days.
  • Overtime paid after 8 hours per day and after 40 hours per week.
  • Client may call off up to 24 hours during the assignment without penalty.
  • Local placements are accepted.

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Occupational Therapy license.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.
  • Minimum 2 years of Occupational Therapy experience.

Additional Notes

  • Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
  • Candidate should be prepared to work independently in a hospital setting.

Facility

Central Peninsula General Hospital

3.8rating(19 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Central Peninsula General Hospital

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Central Peninsula General Hospital
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 106 beds
ADDRESS250 Hospital PlaceSoldotna, AK 99669
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About Soldotna, AK

As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Soldotna, AK here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Soldotna's cost of living is 17% higher than the national average.
  • Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 65°F, and average lows are around 48°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 24°F, and average lows are around 11°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals may be limited, but options are available.
  • It may require some effort to find suitable furnished housing.
Transportation
  • Soldotna is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • The population is predominantly White, with a small Native American and Hispanic community.
  • The age range is diverse, with a significant population of older adults.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal affective disorder (SAD) due to the long winter nights.
  • There is a small but active community of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Soldotna offers outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
  • There are also local restaurants featuring fresh seafood, and opportunities to enjoy art and music events.
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