OT Occupational Therapist
Location: East Chicago, Indiana
Job Type: Travel
Weekly Pay: $2138.00
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 8 Hour Day
Start Date: 2026-10-12
Shifts Per Week: 5
Scheduled Hours: 40
Job Description
Occupational Therapist - Day Shift 5x8
Job Description
The Occupational Therapist plans, organizes, develops, administers, directs, and supervises OT treatment in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and guidelines. The role emphasizes a commitment to patient and employee safety, promoting an environment where safety is the priority.
Responsibilities
- Assess patient levels of functioning and implement appropriate treatment plans based on assessments.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team processes and discharge planning.
- Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and students in practice.
- Complete necessary documentation according to department policy and procedures.
- Effectively evaluate patients and administer appropriate evaluation procedures.
- Communicate with patients and families to ensure understanding of treatment plans.
- Contribute to team conferences and share pertinent information as appropriate.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safety standards and guidelines.
- Demonstrate good safety techniques regarding patients and equipment.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- BLS Certification required prior to first shift.
- Must hold a valid, current State license.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience is required.
Schedule
This position operates on a day shift, structured as 5 consecutive 8-hour days per week.
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
- Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
- Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
- 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
- Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
- Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
- SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
- SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
- Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
- Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
- We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!
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