Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT with Jackson Therapy Partners. We seek a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily living and work skills while exploring a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Iowa Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in an acute care hospital or inpatient rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Demonstrated competency with common OT documentation in an electronic medical record preferred.
• Recent experience providing ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, and discharge planning preferred.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide additional information.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift hours: 0800-1630.
• Shift pattern: Days 0800-1630.

Location Highlights

Ottumwa, IA offers a blend of small-city amenities and outdoor recreation. The city is on the Des Moines River and features Court Hill Historic District and the Bridge View Center within city limits, about a 5- to 10-minute drive from downtown. Nearby Lake Wapello State Park and Lake of the Hills are within a 2030 minute drive, providing boating, fishing, and hiking for an outdoor lifestyle fit. Des Moines, the state capital, is approximately 60 miles northwest, offering additional cultural attractions, regional transit options, and an urban entertainment scene within about an hour's drive. The area suits clinicians seeking a suburban-small city living experience with access to regional parks and local historic districts.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. Our benefits package for travelers begins on day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.