Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Fort Dodge, IA. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to support patients in a home health setting, helping individuals with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain and improve daily living skills while working within a community-based care model. The role emphasizes clinical autonomy, interdisciplinary collaboration, and direct patient visits in patients’ homes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active state OT license required to start the assignment. Compact license accepted.
• Minimum 1 year of prior Occupational Therapy experience required.
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record required.
• BLS certification required. Certification from AHA or ARC acceptable.
• At least one completed travel contract preferred.
• Driver's license required and ability to travel to patient homes.
• Not employed by the client facility within the last 12 months is required.
• Profile documentation required at time of submission: resume/work history, license verification, copy of required certifications, skills checklist completed within 1 year, and one supervisory reference.
• Candidate must have a taxable address located more than 50 miles from the facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous home health experience preferred.
• Experience with SN (skilled nursing) visits in home health preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 0800 start, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.
• Orientation occurs every Monday.
• Traveler may be required to float within the same discipline across local campuses as needed.
• EMR: EPIC.
• Traveler may be required to work 1–2 of the three listed summer holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day).

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care and provide a package designed for traveling clinicians.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• Weekly, on-time pay processing.
• 24/7 recruiter support available by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• Housing assistance options available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

As a travel Occupational Therapist in home health, you will deliver direct, community-based care that supports patient independence and transitions. The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation in Epic, and adherence to client clinical protocols. Your contributions will affect patient outcomes in rehabilitation, ADL training, and home safety interventions.

Location Highlights

Fort Dodge offers a mix of outdoor recreation and local cultural attractions within easy driving distances. Fort Dodge is located near Lizard Creek Park and the Fort Museum and Frontier Village, with downtown shops and dining within short commutes. The area provides access to nearby state parks and outdoor trails, and is within reasonable driving distance to larger regional centers such as Des Moines for additional cultural and transit options. The region suits clinicians seeking a suburban community with outdoor and small-city amenities.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.