Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,566 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Rehabilitation Therapist for a travel job in Tuba City, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Rehabilitation Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist for a JCAHO-accredited regional health center in rural northwestern Arizona, serving a predominantly Native American population with at least 2 years of experience and strong orthopedic skills.

Details

• Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm schedule with no weekend services currently available
• Serves a 4,400 square-mile area in northwestern Arizona, functioning as a referral center for the western Navajo and Hopi Reservations
• 73-bed hospital providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services including emergency, orthopedics, OB/GYN, oral surgery, eye surgery, and urological procedures
• Patient population is predominantly Native American, ranging in age from birth through geriatric
• Caseload includes patients with developmental, cognitive, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities, with a majority of patients being orthopedic cases
• Specialty services include custom orthoses, sensory integration, cognitive treatment, and ADL training
• Specialty clinics include Spinal Cord, Functional, Geriatric, Assistive Technology/adaptive equipment, and DME/Prosthetic Orthotic Supply Program
• Documentation performed in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system

Requirements

• Active OT license required; license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association) required
• Strong orthopedic skills required
• Must meet Medical Staff credentialing requirements
• SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provides both inpatient and outpatient OT services across the rehabilitation program
• Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing and adjusting treatment plans, promoting independence, and documenting care in EHR
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, social workers, and other rehabilitation staff
• Provides training, in-services, and education for students and staff
• Facility is located in a very rural area; on-site housing may be available, but is not guaranteed — a housing application must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to start
• Fingerprinting is required prior to start and is completed during the compliance process via mail
• Orientation runs on a every-2-week cycle
• COVID and flu vaccine exemptions may be accepted upon submission of a declination form
• First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded from consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-704899. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Rehab

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.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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