Travel Occupational Therapist - Weekly Pay

Northshore Home Health Care; Show Low (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care is seeking a Travel Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and develop comprehensive care plans for individuals with diverse disabilities in acute care settings.

Responsibilities include reviewing medical histories, creating treatment plans, guiding patients through activities, and educating families and employers. Applicants should have NBCOT-OTR certification, state licensure, and BLS, with at least 6 months of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience (1 year preferred).
• BLS certification required.
• NBCOT-OTR certification required.
• State licensure required.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Review medical histories and evaluate patient needs.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Assist patients in performing activities and therapies.
• Assess home and work environments for safety and accessibility.
• Educate families and employers on care strategies and equipment use.
• Document patient progress following guidelines.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Mobility & transfers

Education

NBCOT-OTR certification

State licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Role:

Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) responsible for evaluating and developing care plans for patients with various disabilities in an acute care setting.

Key Duties:

• Review medical histories,
• Evaluate patient needs,
• Develop treatment plans,
• Assist patients in performing tasks,
• Assess home/work environments,
• Educate families and employers,
• Recommend and instruct on equipment use,
• Document patient progress following guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 6 months of experience (1 year preferred)
• BLS certification
• NBCOT-OTR certification
• State licensure
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods.

Additional Requirements:

New grads encouraged to apply; additional certifications may be required prior to assignment.