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Days, 5x8hrs Hours: 40 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an Acute Care unit at a Level 1 trauma hospital, requiring 2+ years of experience and BLS certification. Details Acute care inpatient unit within a Level 1 trauma hospital, including rehab 21-bed unit with an average caseload of 4-5 patients per day Primary schedule is Monday-Friday, generally 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, with 1 weekend per month required No call requirements EPIC EMR used for computerized charting Access to specialized equipment including UE Bioness and Dynavision Requirements Active OT license required if applicable Minimum 2 years of experience required BLS certification required Acute care and Level 1 trauma setting experience preferred Ability to treat medically complex and unstable patients across all age groups and diagnoses, including orthopedic, neurological, and general medical disorders Strong critical thinking skills to manage high-volume, dynamic caseloads and interdisciplinary communication Additional Information Responsibilities include evaluations, treatment interventions, team conferences, modalities, documentation, and FIMs May supervise certified occupational therapy assistants, aides, and students Collaborate with interdisciplinary team on discharge planning and care coordination Department-specific orientation includes 1-2 days of computer documentation training plus several additional days of specialty training Dress code is business casual (no jeans) or designated scrub colors (Ceil Blue, Khaki, Gray, Chocolate Brown) All clinicians must badge in and out at the facility Local candidates accepted; radius rules may apply for pay rate adjustments Candidates who previously worked at this health system must have an end date at least 6 months prior to submission