Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Travel Occupational Therapist Opportunity in Albemarle, NC

Make a meaningful difference as a travel occupational therapist in Albemarle, NC. Provide skilled home health occupational therapy to patients managing chronic disease, wound care, IV therapy, pleurx management, and wound vacs. The role requires delivering thorough assessments, OASIS documentation, disease-teaching, and individualized treatment to promote patient independence and safe functioning in home environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active North Carolina state OT license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum of 1 year of Occupational Therapy experience. Home health experience strongly preferred. First-time travelers will be considered if experienced in home health.
• Experience with OASIS documentation and homecare documentation systems. HCHB (Homecare Homebase) experience preferred.
• Experience with wound care, wound vac, IV, and pleurx care preferred.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using mobile documentation devices or smartphone-based clinical workflows, such as Samsung Note devices.
• Previous orientation to home health workflows and competency in field-based assessments.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 07:00 - 19:30.
• Typical patient load: approximately six visits per day.
• Orientation: five-day new employee orientation.
• Travelers must meet a 50-mile radius rule; permanent address must be at least 50 miles from the home unit.
• Department culture: team environment. Scrub color: navy blue. Free parking available.

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 travel assignment.

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

Impacting Patient Care

Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to home health patients. Deliver comprehensive assessments, individualized care plans, and patient education to improve safety, function, and quality of life. Collaborate with departmental leadership and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and accurate OASIS submissions.

Location Highlights

Albemarle offers access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions within short drives. The city is near Morrow Mountain State Park, approximately 30 minutes away, offering hiking and boating on Badin Lake. Downtown Albemarle features local dining, historic districts, and community events within a short commute. The area provides a suburban lifestyle with access to regional hubs such as Charlotte, approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour away by car, for additional cultural and entertainment options.

EEO Statement

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 associates.