Overview
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Acute Care) | Delta, Colorado | Travel - Temporary Assignment
Start date: 09/30/2026 | Duration: 13 weeks | Shift: 5x8 days (Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. typical) | Guaranteed hours: 40 per week | Weekly pay: $2,381–$2,598
Work setting: inpatient acute-care environment

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,381–$2,598 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, Monday–Friday
- Start date: 09/30/2026
- Setting: inpatient acute-care environment

Responsibilities
- Assess patients, interpret evaluations and test results, and help determine occupational therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
- Implement therapy programs to improve or restore physical or mental functioning, including activities of daily living, sensorimotor tasks, and functional skills; supervise aides and technicians as needed.
- Promote patient independence by tailoring therapies to each individual’s capacity, cognition, and interests; coordinate with employers when preparing for return-to-work when applicable.
- Monitor patient progress, document care, adjust plans as appropriate, and participate in discharge planning with the care team; educate patients and families on home exercise programs and necessary equipment.
- Ensure safety, infection control, and confidentiality; maintain equipment and environmental standards; contribute to continuous quality improvement and professional development.

Requirements
- Colorado Occupational Therapy License (issued by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies)
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support)/CPR certification required
- Previous experience in OT, preferably in acute-care or inpatient settings
- Ability to work in a fast-paced inpatient environment and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
- Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT) from an accredited program and current licensure/registration as applicable

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours and a 13-week contract duration
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support to assist during the assignment
- Nationwide opportunities across acute-care settings
- Dedicated assignment support and onboarding to streamline credentialing
- Fast credentialing assistance and guidance through the licensing and clearance steps
- Opportunity for extension or additional travel assignments upon completion

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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