Occupational Therapist
Location: Wilson, NC
Start Date: 01-12-2026
End Date: 04-11-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, days not specified (Day shift)
Hours per Week: 32
Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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
- Evaluate patients to determine occupational therapy needs and set meaningful, measurable goals
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that improve daily living and functional independence
- Collaborate with nurses, physicians and therapists to coordinate patient-centered care
- Document patient progress and modify plans based on outcomes and changing needs
- Educate patients and families on adaptive strategies, home programs and community resources
- Support facility initiatives and contribute to a positive, team-first culture
Qualifications
- Active Occupational Therapist license in North Carolina or eligibility to obtain state licensure
- Graduate degree in Occupational Therapy (Master's or OTD) preferred
- Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
- Comfortable working in a skilled nursing/long term care setting and adaptable to a travel assignment
- Preferred: 1+ year(s) of clinical experience in rehabilitation or geriatric care
- Strong communication skills and reliable documentation practices
Education
- Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT), MSOT, or Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in patient assessment, ADL training and adaptive equipment recommendations
- Proficient with treatment planning, progress notes and electronic charting
- Knowledge of therapeutic modalities, splinting basics and functional mobility techniques
- Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and families
- Good time management and caseload prioritization skills
Benefits
- Generous travel support and housing assistance to make your contract comfortable
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage so you can stay healthy
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay compliant with ease
- Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
- A supportive interdisciplinary team that values your clinical voice
- Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great clinicians on board
- 401K retirement savings options for long term planning
- Access to continuing education and professional development opportunities
Travel Perks: Explore Wilson, NC
This is a travel assignment in Wilson, NC. Explore the charming downtown with local shops, restaurants and breweries, and don’t miss the whimsical Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park. Enjoy easy day trips to Raleigh for museums, dining and entertainment (about a 45 minute drive), or head toward the coast for a weekend at the beach in roughly 1.5 to 2 hours. Plenty of parks, community events and Southern hospitality make this a pleasant place to live while on assignment.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Occupational Therapist? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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