Travel/ Local Occupational Therapist Needed

Talented Medical Solutions; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Medicinal insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist for an ASAP start in acute rehab settings. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience in inpatient or outpatient rehab and holds a valid AZ OT license and CPR/BLS certification.

You will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to restore independence in ADLs and mobility.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current OT license in AZ and NBCOT certification.
• Minimum 1 year of acute rehab/hospital experience.
• CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and implement OT treatment programs for acute rehab patients.
• Improve ADLs, mobility, strength, coordination, and safety.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and adaptive equipment training.
• Collaborate with therapists, nurses, case managers, and physicians.
• Document progress in the medical record.
• Participate in discharge planning and home modifications.
• Educate patients and families on independence and injury prevention.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Caseload management

EHR proficiency

Education

Master’s/Doctorate in OT

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Talented Medical Solutions is looking to hire experienced occupational therapists for in the Tucson area for an ASAP start date.

Must have at least 1 year of experience in the inpatient or outpatient settings

Must have a valid license in AZ

Valid BLS

We do offer benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Occupational Therapist
Department: Occupational Therapy
Location: Tucson, AZ

The Acute Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing occupational therapy treatment programs for patients recovering from acute medical, surgical, or neurological events. This role supports patients in regaining functional independence in activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, and cognitive function during their stay in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial function.

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on improving ADLs, functional mobility, strength, coordination, and safety awareness.

Provide interventions including therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment training, cognitive retraining, and caregiver education.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physical therapists, speech therapists, nurses, case managers, and physicians to develop coordinated care plans.

Document patient progress and response to therapy accurately in the medical record.

Participate in discharge planning and recommend appropriate assistive devices or home modifications.

Educate patients and families on strategies for maintaining independence and preventing injury post-discharge.

Maintain compliance with facility policies, state licensure requirements, and professional practice standards.

Qualifications:

Education: Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.

Licensure: Current Occupational Therapist license in [State]; NBCOT certification.

Experience: 1+ years of experience in an acute rehab, inpatient rehab, or hospital-based setting preferred (new grads may be considered).

Certifications: CPR/BLS certification required.

Skills and Competencies:

Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to manage a varied caseload and prioritize effectively.

Proficient in using electronic health records (EHRs).

Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.