Travel Occupational Therapist - Inpatient - $1,874 per week
About the role
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist (OT) for an immediate travel opening in Cheyenne, WY. OT should have 1 year of experience; for an exceptional candidate with an appropriate background, 6 months of experience may be accepted. As an OT, you will be responsible for the evaluation and development of a plan of care for a variety of patients needing to improve, regain and develop skills needed for daily life. You will work with disabled, ill or injured patient populations in the acute care setting.
TotalMed Allied Job ID #1525559. Posted title: Occupational Therapists - OT THER - Travel.
Responsibilities
- Review patients' medical history, ask the patients questions, and observe them doing tasks.
- Evaluate a patient's condition and needs.
- Develop a treatment plan for patients, identifying specific goals and the types of activities that will be used to help the patient work toward those goals.
- Help people with various disabilities perform different tasks.
- Evaluate a patient's home or workplace and, on the basis of the patient's health needs, identify potential improvements.
- Educate a patient's family and employer about how to accommodate and care for the patient.
- Recommend special equipment and instruct patients on how to use that equipment.
- Assess and record patient's activities and progress for patient evaluations, for billing, and for reporting to physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Provide timely and accurate documentation following state and/or insurance guidelines.
Requirements
- Minimum 6 months of experience; new graduates are encouraged to apply (1 year preferred, 6 months accepted for exceptional candidates).
- BLS certification.
- NBCOT-OTR National Certification with state-specific licensing.
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods, as well as bend, lean, or stoop without difficulty.
- Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
- Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed hours
- Continuing education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
Pay
Pay package is based on 9‑hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.
Schedule
Start date: 11/30/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Shift: 9 hours, days. 36 hours per week. Employment type: Travel.