Occupational Therapist- Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 64,747 - 86,788; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Potential full-time opportunities

401k eligibility

Discharge planning participation

Supervise OTAs & students

Individual patient therapy

Monitor patient responses

Continuing education seminars

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital Tucson Northwest is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for a Per Diem/PRN schedule. The role focuses on delivering high-quality inpatient rehabilitation within our critical care recovery setting.

You will conduct individual therapy, supervise OTAs and OT/COTA students, participate in discharge planning, monitor patient responses, and engage in continuing education to maintain excellence.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment.
• Supervise certified occupational therapy assistants (OTAs), as well as OT and COTA students.
• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitor patients’ responses to treatment.
• Participate in continuing education seminars and in-services.

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Schedule: Per Diem/PRN

Compensation: $55.00 per hour

Location: Select Specialty Hospital Tucson Northwest

About the Hospital

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world‑class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Occupational Therapists (OT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Benefits

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full‑time opportunities
• Foster Well‑being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well‑being of you and your family members. Part‑time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Participate in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment
• Supervise certified occupational therapy assistants (OTAs), as well as OT and COTA students
• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens
• Monitor patients’ responses to treatment
• Participate in continuing education seminars and in‑services

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.