Travel Occupational Therapist Job in Ottumwa, IA | Days (5x8)

Ottumwa Regional Health Center Ottumwa, IA
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Occupational Therapy in Ottumwa, IA
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$2,383
Setting
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Travel · Therapy
Shift
Days
5×8 hrs
Start Date
11/16
Flexible
Contract
14 wks
Renewable
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This travel Occupational Therapist job in Ottumwa, IA with Advantis Medical is a 14-week travel Occupational Therapist contract at Ottumwa Regional Health Center. This role pays $2,383 per week and follows a Days shift with a 5x8 schedule. Read more

In this travel Occupational Therapist job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1. Start your application today to learn more about this travel Occupational Therapist job in Ottumwa, IA and other assignments available nationwide. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: Ottumwa Regional Health Center
  • Location: Ottumwa, IA 52501
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  • Contract Length: 14 Weeks
  • Shift: Days (5x8)
  • Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
  • Setting: Contact for details

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patients' functional, cognitive, and daily-living needs and establish individualized treatment plans and goals
  • Deliver occupation-based interventions that rebuild independence in self-care, home, and daily activities
  • Recommend and train patients on adaptive equipment, energy-conservation techniques, and home and activity modifications
  • Reassess progress and adjust each plan of care as patients advance, directing and collaborating with Occupational Therapy Assistants and the interdisciplinary team

Travel Occupational Therapy Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Occupational Therapy experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Iowa and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Travel Occupational Therapy Jobs Near Ottumwa, IA

What certifications are required for travel Occupational Therapy jobs?
Facilities typically require current NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR), along with BLS certification. You also need authorization to practice in the assignment’s state. Your recruiter can confirm exact requirements for this position.
How much experience do I need for a travel Occupational Therapy assignment?
Many travel OT assignments prefer at least one year of experience, ideally in the same setting as the job. Requirements vary, and some facilities consider therapists with less experience. Relevant skills include independently completing evaluations, developing treatment plans, and managing a daily caseload.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

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Explore Ottumwa, IA

Iowa City’s university community is known for books, performances, and college sports. Physical therapy is part of its academic medical center’s multidisciplinary rehabilitation services, giving therapy travelers an academic setting within a state of smaller cities and agricultural regions. Des Moines brings a different mix of festivals, markets, and urban parks. Elsewhere, the Mississippi River towns and northeastern wooded valleys offer scenery that challenges Iowa’s flatland reputation. The High Trestle Trail adds a distinctive cycling destination in central Iowa, while western Iowa’s Loess Hills have their own rolling landscape. A summer stay might center on markets and outdoor events; autumn brings harvest scenery and a busy college calendar across the state’s university communities.

Travel Allied Health Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for clinicians. We are dedicated to connecting clinicians with the best travel jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in clinician care—not only by securing your first job but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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