Travel/ Local Occupational Therapist Needed

Talented Medical Solutions; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401K

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their Tucson team starting ASAP. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting and hold a valid Arizona license. This role involves comprehensive patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient recovery. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapist license in Arizona.
• 1+ years of experience in an acute rehab or inpatient setting preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical and cognitive function.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to improve ADLs and mobility.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for coordinated care.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

EHR proficiency

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

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

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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.