Travel Occupational Therapist – Tucson, AZ - URGENT

Talented Medical Solutions; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 79,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) for an urgent 13-week contract assignment. The OT will deliver comprehensive rehabilitation services in an inpatient setting, building individualized treatment plans to boost functional independence and daily living activities.

Arizona-licensed candidates ready to start ASAP are preferred, with prior acute care or rehab hospital experience highly valued.

Qualifications

• Arizona-licensed OT or eligible for licensure in Arizona
• Arizona OT License highly preferred
• Previous acute care, inpatient rehab, or rehab hospital experience preferred
• Strong clinical reasoning and patient-care skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Weekend coverage availability required
• Able to commit to 13-week contract and 40 hours/week

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive rehabilitation services in an inpatient setting
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve independence and mobility

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Teamwork

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Job description

OT – Occupational Therapist – Tucson, AZ - URGENT

Facility: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson

Location: Tucson, AZ

Address: 2650 N. Wyatt Drive, Tucson, AZ 85712

Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)

Start Date: ASAP – Current projected start 10/04/2026, adjustable based on candidate availability

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Day Shift

Schedule: 5 × 8-Hour Shifts (40 Hours/Week)

Weekend: Weekend availability required

Pay Rate: $57–$60/hour

Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,280–$2,400/week

Assignment Type: Travel/Local Contract

Scrubs: Blue

Priority: URGENT – PRIORITY NEED

Job Summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) for an urgent 13-week contract assignment.

The Occupational Therapist will provide comprehensive rehabilitation services to patients in an inpatient rehabilitation setting, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans designed to improve functional independence, mobility, activities of daily living, and overall quality of life.

Arizona-licensed candidates who are immediately ready to work should be prioritized.

Requirements

• Current Occupational Therapist (OT) license or eligibility for licensure in Arizona
• Arizona OT License highly preferred
• Previous acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, or rehabilitation hospital experience preferred
• Strong clinical reasoning and patient-care skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Must be available for weekend coverage
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week
• Ability to commit to the full 13-week contract

Required Credentials

• Occupational Therapy degree from an accredited program
• Active OT license
• Arizona OT License highly preferred
• Current BLS Certification
• Inpatient rehabilitation/acute care experience preferred

Facility Details

• Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson
• 2650 N. Wyatt Drive, Tucson, AZ 85712
• Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital
• 5 × 8-hour shifts
• 40 hours/week
• Day shift
• Weekend availability required
• Blue scrubs
• 13-week contract