Travel Occupational Therapist – Home Health - $2,846 per week
Description
Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 07/27/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
Hrs: 40 hrs/wk
Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Details
Home health setting covering a 50-mile radius around Fort Dodge, IADay shift, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, 40 hours/weekAverage of 4–6 patient visits per dayPatient population primarily consists of individuals requiring short-term therapy following hospitalization or a nursing home stayTeam includes 1 PT, 1 OT, 1 PTA, and 1 COTAWeekly team meetings held virtually with monthly in-person meetingsEpic EMR used; experience preferred but not required
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of OT experience required
- Home health experience preferred but not required — facility is willing to train
- Active Iowa OT state license required (compact license accepted); license required if applicable
- Active BLS certification required
- Epic EMR experience preferred
- Must have a personal vehicle for patient visits (mileage reimbursed)
- Valid driver's license required for consideration
- One supervisory reference required for consideration
- Must not have been employed by the facility within the past 12 months
- Taxable address must be located more than 50 miles from the facility
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Orientation begins on Mondays and includes a general organizational orientation, required online courses, 2 days of Epic training, and ride-along/shadow visits
- A therapy manager provides virtual support during the first couple of weeks, reviewing documentation and answering questions
- Travelers are typically fully productive by week 3
- Travelers are required to work 1–2 of 3 summer holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day
Skills
Skills checklist completed within the past year is required for consideration
Pay Package
Based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
Posted Job Title
Travel Occupational Therapist - Home Health