Travel Occupational Therapist Inpatient - $2,460 per week

Cross Country Allied; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a Travel Occupational Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Alpena, Michigan. The role focuses on inpatient OT services, including assessment, treatment planning, and patient education, with supervision of OT assistants and support staff.

You will work the day shift, 40 hours per week, with 8-hour days. Active Michigan OT license and BLS are required, and a minimum of 2 years’ experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Michigan OT license required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient occupational therapy services including assessment, treatment planning, and patient education.
• Supervise occupational therapy assistants, home health aides, and students as applicable.
• Develop goal-specific treatment plans in coordination with physicians and clinical staff.

Skills

OT Experience

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Supervision of staff

Education

Michigan OT License

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Alpena, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Occupational Therapist Inpatient (OT IP) in Michigan. This position involves providing comprehensive occupational therapy services to inpatients, including assessment, treatment planning, and patient education. The role requires supervision of occupational therapy assistants, home health aides, and students, ensuring adherence to healthcare standards and supporting patient recovery.

Job Details

• Certifications: Active Michigan/MI Occupational Therapist License, Active American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Education/Experience: OT Experience REQUIRED, with a minimum of 2 years preferred.
• Position involves evaluating the patient’s skeletal, neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular, developmental, social, and cognitive functions through formal and informal testing measures.
• Develops goal-specific treatment plans based on assessment data and patient tolerance, submitting and updating plans in coordination with physicians.
• Devises treatment schedules with specific frequency and duration, coordinating closely with patient, family, and clinical support staff.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers regarding pathology, treatment options, prognosis, and rationale for interventions.
• Provides supervision to occupational therapy assistants, home health aides, and students per standards.
• Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Submission requirements include work history, skills checklist, supervisory references from within the past two years, current Michigan/MI occupational therapist license, and BLS certification.
• Position start date: 09/21/2026. End date: 12/21/2026.
• Experience requirement: 0 years minimum, with a preferred 2 years.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1303620. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OT - OT IP Occupational Therapist Inpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands‑on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus