Travel Occupational Therapist General Job

Healthforce; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 113,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthforce Healthcare LLC seeks an Occupational Therapist for a travel assignment in Pueblo, Colorado. Start date 11/09/2026 for a 14-week contract, guaranteed 40 hours per week in an inpatient hospital setting.

You will perform assessments, develop and monitor a Plan of Care, and collaborate with the care team to support patient rehabilitation. Travel OT positions include credentialing support and weekly pay, with transportation and flexibility for local travel.

Qualifications

• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist (CO) is required.
• CPR certification required.
• Current driver's license required.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Two years OT experience in acute or rehab setting.
• BS in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Ability to travel locally and flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and develop a Plan of Care (POC).
• Provide ROM, strength, and ADL interventions; fabricate adaptive equipment as needed.
• Evaluate occupational performance across self-care, work, and leisure.
• Document procedures, update POC and progress notes; maintain records.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and educate patients and families.
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols.
• Accept assignments with travel within a local area.

Skills

CO OT license

CPR certified

Driver's license

Reliable transport

OT experience 2+ yrs

BS in OT

Travel locally

Education

BS in OT

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist - General, travel assignment in Pueblo, Colorado. Start date 11/09/2026 for a 14-week contract. Guaranteed 40 hours per week with an 8-hour shift. Work setting: inpatient hospital environment. This is a travel - temporary assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC. Weekly pay range: $2,485-$2,574.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,485-$2,574 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
• Contract duration: 14 weeks
• Shift: 8 hours
• Start date: 11/09/2026
• Setting: inpatient hospital environment

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments and identify patient needs to determine appropriate care plans; develop, implement, and evaluate a Plan of Care (POC)
• Assess and facilitate direct therapeutic intervention for ROM, strength, coordination, and ADL performance; address safety, mobility, and functional activities; fabricate/maintain adaptive equipment and hand splints as needed
• Evaluate patient occupational performance across self-care, work, leisure; consider sensory-motor, psycho-social, and cognitive-perceptual components in planning interventions
• Document procedures, revise POC and progress notes; maintain accurate medical records and ensure confidentiality; communicate pertinent information to physicians and caregivers
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team; provide patient and family education on techniques, equipment use, and environmental modifications; coordinate referrals and follow-up
• Apply infection control practices and universal precautions; manage equipment setup, basic troubleshooting, and safety in the care environment
• Accept clinical assignments aligned with training and competence; demonstrate flexibility with scheduling and travel within a local area

Requirements

• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist (Colorado) - Required
• CPR certification - Required
• Current driver's license - Required
• Reliable transportation and auto insurance - Required
• Two years of OT experience in an acute care or rehabilitation setting - Required
• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program - Required
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally

Benefits and Support

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
• Fast credentialing and onboarding assistance
• Extension opportunities and ongoing professional placement options

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.