Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,360 to $2,740 per week in Devils Lake, ND

Occupational Therapist
Location: Devils Lake, ND
Agency: Empower Professionals Inc.
Pay: $2,360 to $2,740 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Location: Devils Lake, ND
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Shift: Days 5x8
Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Start: ASAP
Experience Required: 2+ years

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to join an outpatient clinic in Devils Lake, ND and provide high-quality rehabilitative care to patients across a diverse caseload. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical skills in evaluating and treating functional deficits to help patients regain independence in daily living and meaningful activities. This is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact on patient outcomes within a collaborative and supportive therapy team.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional abilities, daily living skills, and occupational performance to establish individualized treatment plans
• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve fine motor skills, coordination, and upper extremity function
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques, compensatory strategies, and home exercise programs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and nursing staff to coordinate patient care
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
• Recommend and fit adaptive equipment or assistive devices to promote patient independence and safety
• Participate in discharge planning and community resource referrals to support patients' transition to home or next level of care

Pay range: $2,360 to $2,740 per week.

Travel OT package: $2,580–$2,740/week (40 hours) = $33–$37/hour taxable + up to $1,267/week in travel reimbursements if eligible under IRS tax-home and expense rules.

Local package: $59–$66/hour fully taxable ($2,360–$2,640/week for 40 hours).

Overtime paid in accordance with applicable wage-and-hour laws and the assignment agreement. Actual compensation varies based on hours worked, assignment terms and travel reimbursement eligibility.

Requirements

• Active ND OT license
• OTR/L, NBCOT, BLS/BCLS certifications
• 2+ years of Occupational Therapist experience
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program with a Master's or Doctoral degree
• Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic medical record systems