Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Grand Junction, CO
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Travel Occupational Therapist – Acute Care in Grand Junction, Colorado. Start June 8, 2026 for a 13-week assignment in an urgent care center – outpatient setting. Weekly pay: $1,945–$2,003 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0 per week. Shift: 5x8 days. This travel temporary assignment is managed through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,945–$2,003 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days
- Start date: June 8, 2026
- Setting: Urgent care center – outpatient

Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat adult patients to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and functional mobility skills.
- Develop and implement individualized OT treatment plans; adjust goals based on patient progress.
- Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge planning in accordance with professional standards.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support client safety, independence, and quality of life.
- Provide patient and caregiver education on therapeutic activities, ADLs, mobility, and safety strategies.
- Maintain safety, infection control, and compliance with licensing and facility policies throughout treatment sessions.

Requirements
- Active Colorado Occupational Therapy license and NBCOT certification.
- Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Experience: 1–3 years of OT experience preferred; 1 year of experience with elderly and frail populations required.
- Ability to work in an outpatient urgent care setting; comfort with fast-paced, episodic care.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; valid auto insurance maintained during employment.
- Ability to document and communicate effectively with the care team and patients.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing and onboarding
- Nationwide travel assignments
- Extension opportunities
- Housing assistance may be available
- Referral bonus up to $1,000

Find more opportunities
If this assignment isn’t a perfect fit, explore other travel OT opportunities at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply and applying to open roles that match your preferences.

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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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