Job Description

Overview
Occupational Therapist – Acute Care in Delta, Colorado, United States. Start date: 07/01/2026. 13-week travel assignment with a guaranteed 40 hours per week. Weekly pay between $2,444 and $2,457 per week. Shift: Monday–Friday. Work setting: acute care hospital environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,444–$2,457 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Monday–Friday
- Start date: 07/01/2026
- Setting: acute care hospital environment

Responsibilities
- Meet patient goals and deliver quality OT care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; develop treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
- Implement therapy programs to restore or improve physical and mental function, including activities of daily living, prevocational and vocational tasks, homemaking skills, sensorimotor activities, and supervision of aides and assistants.
- Promote maximum independence by tailoring therapies to each patient’s physical capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
- Prepare patients for return-to-work by consulting with employers, identifying barriers, retraining, and advising on necessary accommodations.
- Evaluate patient progress, document outcomes, adjust plans as needed, and participate in discharge planning with the care team.
- Ensure continuation of therapy after discharge by educating patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs and recommending outpatient or home health follow-up.

Requirements
- Current Occupational Therapy License issued by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
- Valid NBCOT Certification (OTR)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required
- Previous acute care/hospital experience preferred
- Ability to work effectively in a hospital setting and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, evaluation and treatment methods, and patient education

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours during the assignment
- 13-week contract length
- Credentialing and onboarding support
- Ongoing recruiter and assignment support

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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