Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist caring for home health patients in Alpena, MI. Provide skilled evaluation and intervention to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve activities of daily living while working in a community-based setting. This role uses Home Care Home Base for documentation and supports a productivity expectation aligned with agency standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Michigan Occupational Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience with Home Care Home Base EMR preferred.
• Ability to meet a productivity expectation of approximately 30 points per week.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to patient homes within roughly a one-hour radius of assigned hub cities.
• Ability to complete video/Teams interview as part of the hiring process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous home health occupational therapy experience preferred but candidates new to home health will be considered.
• Familiarity with home safety assessments, ADL training, splinting, and adaptive equipment recommendations preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift days: M-F.
• Weekend rotation: approximately 1 weekend per month (may not be necessary).
• On call: None.
• Mileage reimbursement: IRS standard mileage rate.
• Must be willing to travel within about a one-hour radius of hub cities to cover referrals.

Apply now and you‘ll be contacted by a recruiter who’ll give you more information!

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits begin day one and support your work-life needs.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• Weekly, on-time pay.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Deliver patient-centered occupational therapy services in a home health setting. Contribute to improved patient independence through functional interventions, home modifications, caregiver training, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams. Work supports both professional growth and continuity of care for patients in the community.

Location Highlights

Alpena provides access to Lake Huron shoreline and outdoor recreation within a short drive. The area includes the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary on Lake Huron and is within driving distance to state parks such as Thompson‘s Harbor State Park and Negwegon State Park, offering hiking, boating, and fishing opportunities. Alpena features a small-city downtown with museums like the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center and local dining options, with regional airports and state highways providing regional connections.

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.