Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Phoenix, AZ

Occupational Therapist
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Occupational Therapist

Location

Arizona

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Weekend-shifted schedule (e.g., Tuesday–Saturday, Thursday–Monday, or Sunday–Thursday) | 13-Week Contract | November Start Date

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' level of functioning upon physician orders; plan and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and patient/family goals
• Participate in the interdisciplinary team process, including team conferences, and collaborate with team members to deliver optimal patient care
• Manage discharge planning for each patient, including placement recommendations, patient/family education, and adaptive equipment issuance and documentation
• Complete all required documentation in accordance with department policy, including initial evaluations, daily progress notes, and discharge disposition within defined timeframes
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and OT/COTA students ; assist with new staff orientation and competency oversight
• Promote patient and employee safety across all key areas including safe patient handling, infection control, and fall prevention

Required Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) licensure in the state of Arizona or eligibility to obtain
• Ability to assess, evaluate, and develop individualized treatment plans based on patient diagnosis and medical record review
• Experience with discharge planning processes, including equipment recommendations and family/caregiver training
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to complete progress notes and evaluations within required timeframes
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety and confidentiality standards

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience supervising COTAs or OT students in a clinical setting
• Familiarity with quality assurance and continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Experience working within an interdisciplinary team environment across varying care settings

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work within a patient- and safety-focused organization that values teamwork, quality care, and professional collaboration
• Engage in a structured 13-week contract with a defined schedule, offering a strong foundation for clinical growth and work-life balance