Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,157 per week

ARMStaffing; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMStaffing seeks a travel Occupational Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Devils Lake, North Dakota. The role requires 36 hours per week with 12-hour shifts and a flexible schedule, starting 08/24/2026.

This travel position includes inpatient and/or outpatient settings, with ND licensure and NBCOT prerequisites. You will evaluate and treat patients, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and families, and contribute to discharge planning while ensuring licensure

Qualifications

• 2+ years of occupational therapy experience in inpatient and/or outpatient settings.
• Occupational Therapist certification from the North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy.
• National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) prior to start date.
• Current driver's license with an acceptable driving record prior to start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients in compliance with licensure standards and documented procedures.
• Orient patients and families regarding therapy purposes and procedures.
• Provide patient education and family teaching related to needs.
• Coordinate treatment schedules with interdisciplinary disciplines using proper scheduling procedures.
• Monitor program effectiveness and develop new programs as necessary.
• Conduct pain assessments and take appropriate actions per SOPs.
• Document required patient information, precautions, orders, and plans of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to document discharge plans.
• Identify changes in patient condition and take appropriate actions with reporting and staffing.
• Provide supervision to Occupational Therapy Assistants per licensure and care standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet department needs.

Job description

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Devils Lake, North Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Travel

Location

Devils Lake, ND

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

5x8, 40 hours per week

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in compliance with licensure standards. The therapist collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to contribute to patient goal development, care planning, and identifying barriers to discharge. The therapist provides patient-centered care and educates patients and families on treatment procedures, assistive devices, home programs, and other relevant health topics.

Responsibilities

• Select and perform evaluation and treatment methods tailored to the patient's age, diagnosis, and physician orders while documenting per chart and review standards.
• Orient patients, families, and other relevant parties regarding the purpose and procedures of therapy evaluations and treatments.
• Provide appropriate patient education and family teaching related to their needs.
• Coordinate treatment schedules with interdisciplinary disciplines using proper scheduling procedures.
• Monitor program effectiveness and outcomes, initiating and developing new programs as necessary.
• Conduct pain assessments and take appropriate action according to standard operating procedures.
• Obtain and document all required and pertinent patient information, including precautions, orders, and initial plans of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and accurately document discharge plans.
• Identify significant changes in the patient's condition and take appropriate actions as evidenced through reporting, staffing consultations, and documentation.
• Provide clinical supervision to Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with state licensure and care delivery standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed to meet the department's needs.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• 2+ years of experience in occupational therapy, inpatient and/or outpatient settings required.
• Occupational Therapist certification from the North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy.
• National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) prior to start date.
• Current driver's license with an acceptable driving record prior to start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) prior to start date.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023

ARMStaffing Job ID #37837348. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OT:Occupational Therapist,19:00:00-07:00:00

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.

As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.

We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.

Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.

The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting

• Local and travel contracts
• Temp-to-perm employment
• Direct-hire personnel
• Per Diem
• Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
• Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
• 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
• Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
• Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
• Medical Benefits
• Company-matched 401K