Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,208 per week

Thrive Staffing; Bethel (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel assignment in Bethel, Alaska. The OT will provide both outpatient and inpatient therapy, may work at a local long-term care facility, and must travel to villages as needed.

Strong collaboration with medical teams and adherence to Alaska OT practice standards are essential. Start ASAP for a 13-week assignment, with 36 hours per week and 12-hour day shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• NBCOT certification is required.
• Alaska license or eligibility to practice is required.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient and inpatient OT care across age ranges.
• Potential work at a local Long Term Care facility.
• Collaborate with medical providers and maintain patient care plans.
• Incorporate evidence-based practice and respect cultural diversity.

Skills

Communication

Cultural competence

Documentation

Direct access knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT certification

Alaska OT license or eligibility

Current BLS certification

Tools

Hi-Lo table

Therapeutic equipment

Ultrasound

Electrical stimulation modalities

Job description

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Bethel, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Bethel, Alaska.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• 12 hours, days
• Travel

Occupational Therapist

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist provides quality outpatient and inpatient occupational therapy care, potentially including work at a local Long Term Care facility. This role involves treating patients across all age ranges and various diagnoses within the State of Alaska's occupational therapy scope of practice. Home visits, village travel, and frequent collaboration with medical providers are required. Strong didactic skills are essential due to Alaska's Direct Access privilege for occupational therapy. The Occupational Therapist incorporates evidence-based medicine into patient care plans while exemplifying professional conduct, patient care ethics, and respect for cultural diversity. Considerations for age-specific and patient-specific needs are vital when modifying patient care plans.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy
• Minimum Experience: Clinical experience preferred, but not required
• Licensing/Certification: Must be licensed in good standing in Alaska as an Occupational Therapist or hold a current license in another state and be awaiting licensure in Alaska. Current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is also required. Current BLS certification is necessary.

Equipment/Tools

The Occupational Therapist will utilize various tools, including:

• Office equipment (computer, telephone, fax machine, copy machine)
• Therapeutic equipment in the occupational therapy department (e.g., hi-lo table, therapeutic exercise equipment, ultrasound, electric stimulation modalities)
• Village-based equipment typically includes a treatment table along with necessary therapy supplies (e.g., theraband, exercise programs)

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret occupational therapy periodicals and medical literature
• Proficient in composing patient care documentation and medical correspondence
• Effective communication with medical staff, peers, and administrative personnel
• Ability to communicate with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, including those who may have language barriers

Supervisory Responsibilities

Periodic self-assessment of professional skills and competencies is expected.

Housing and Travel Information

• Private housing is not provided; all accommodations are shared units.
• No pets are allowed in the housing.
• Airfare is initially the responsibility of the candidate and will be reimbursed upon arrival.
• Flight itinerary must be provided at least one week in advance for scheduling purposes.
• New Employee Orientation occurs every Tuesday and Wednesday.
• Returning travelers will not be picked up.

Onboarding Requirements

All credentials must be received and cleared before travel can be authorized. The following information is required for onboarding:

• Physical Address
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Date of Birth
• Social Security Number
• Immunization records (Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, T-Dap, Polio, or titers/historical shot records)
• Copy of photo ID
• Copy of Social Security card
• Professional license and/or certification
• Copy of education or transcripts
• Background check results
• Recent drug screening
• Competency checklist
• OIG report for all alias names
• SAM report for all alias names
• National Sex Offender Registry search for all alias names
• OSHA report
• OFAC report
• Fit test or physical assessment
• Emergency contact information
• Three professional references

Holiday Coverage

Holiday coverage is not required for this position.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19312486. 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: Rehab:OT,07:00:00-19:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.