Location: Delta, Colorado

Start Date: 09-30-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (40 hours per week)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assess and interpret patient evaluations to develop personalized occupational therapy treatment plans
• Help patients regain or develop physical and mental functioning through therapeutic activities and adaptive techniques
• Promote independence by selecting therapies tailored to individual capacities and goals
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in patient care conferences
• Provide discharge planning and home exercise programs to ensure continuity of care
• Document patient progress accurately and maintain confidentiality
• Supervise rehab aides and contribute to staff development through training

Qualifications

• Active Colorado Occupational Therapy License required
• Current NBCOT Certification required
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association)
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Strong knowledge of rehabilitation principles and techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of methods for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
• Understanding of human behavior, learning, and motivation
• Customer service and patient assessment skills
• Proficiency in documentation and electronic medical records
• Manual dexterity and physical stamina to perform therapy activities
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay packages
• Housing stipend to support your stay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Travel reimbursement for your assignment
• Licensure reimbursement and renewal assistance
• Referral bonus program for bringing friends
• 24/7 support from your dedicated recruiter

Travel Perks: Explore Delta, Colorado

Explore the natural beauty of Western Colorado during your assignment. Visit the Grand Mesa (the world's largest flat-top mountain), Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, and the Colorado River. Enjoy hiking, fishing, rafting, and scenic drives. Delta offers a charming small-town atmosphere with easy access to outdoor adventures.

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