Travel Occupational Therapist (Grand Haven, MI)

The Employee Connect; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Employee Connect is seeking a Travel Occupational Therapist for Grand Haven, Michigan. This 90-day assignment offers a full-time day schedule (Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM) in the Rehabilitation department.

You will assess clients, develop treatment plans, and help them regain daily living and work skills while coordinating care with the care team. Active Michigan OT licensure is required along with at least one year of OT experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of occupational therapy experience.
• Active Michigan OT license.
• Strong assessment and documentation skills.
• Ability to work a full-time day schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical and psychological assessments and develop or follow a treatment plan.
• Assess home and work environments and decide what adjustments are needed.
• Advise on adaptive equipment to help clients with daily activities.
• Develop physical rehabilitation programs to help clients regain lost skills and prepare for a return to work.
• Educate caregivers and family members on patient care.
• Evaluate results and progress of therapy and the patient's physical and basic mental health.
• Comply with federal, state and local certification requirements.

Skills

OT experience

Assessment and documentation

Full-time day schedule

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Travel Occupational Therapist (Grand Haven, MI)
Location: Grand Haven, Michigan
Shift/Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (40 hours per week)
Pay/Compensation: $53.69 to $55.69 per hour
About the Role

A leading regional healthcare provider known for patient-centric care is seeking a Travel Occupational Therapist for its Rehabilitation department in Grand Haven. You will assess clients, build treatment plans and help them regain skills for daily life and work. This 90-day assignment suits a licensed OT.

Assignment Details

• Contract assignment, 90 days with possible extension
• Work setting: onsite
• Openings: 1
• Anticipated start: immediate start

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct physical and psychological assessments of clients and develop or follow a treatment plan
• Assess home and work environments and decide what adjustments are needed
• Advise on adaptive equipment to help clients with daily activities
• Develop physical rehabilitation programs to help clients regain lost skills and prepare for a return to work
• Educate caregivers and family members on patient care
• Evaluate results and progress of therapy and the patient's physical and basic mental health
• Comply with federal, state and local certification requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of occupational therapy experience
• Active occupational therapy license valid in Michigan (confirmed during screening)
• Strong assessment and documentation skills
• Ability to work a full-time day schedule

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel or contract therapy experience
• Experience with adaptive equipment recommendations
• EMR documentation experience
• Strong references from recent rehab managers
• Flexibility to adapt quickly to a new team

Work Environment

• Rehabilitation department
• Day shift, 5 days a week, 8 hours
• Close teamwork with physicians, nurses and care team members
• Strong focus on patient safety and documentation
• Orientation to unit policies and systems provided

Who Thrives Here

• Experienced clinicians who adapt quickly to a new unit
• Professionals who put patient safety first
• Clear communicators during handoffs
• Travelers who enjoy new teams and cities

Benefits & Pay

• Pay: $53.69 to $55.69 per hour
• 90-day assignment with a consistent day schedule
• Contract employment through The Employee Connect
• Clear assignment dates with a possible extension
• Fast, simple application and interview process
• Dedicated recruiter support from application through assignment end

Screening Questions

1. Do you hold, or can you obtain, a Michigan occupational therapy license?
2. How many years of occupational therapy experience do you have?
3. Are you available for an 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM schedule?