Travel Occupational Therapist; OT - in Grand Junction

Occupational Therapist Location: Grand Junction, CO Agency: Thrive Staffing Pay: $1,992 to $2,186 per week Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

Allied Travel Careers  is working with Thrive Staffing to find a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) in Grand Junction, Colorado, 81506!

Job Title

Occupational Therapist, Rehab, OT

City/State: Grand Junction, Colorado

Shift: Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm

Contract Length: 91 weeks

Start Date: 02/26/2026

Job Description:

We are seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide skilled, in-home occupational therapy services to patients in the Grand Junction area. The Occupational Therapist delivers patient-centered, evidence-based occupational therapy services in patients' homes in accordance with physician orders, payer requirements, agency policies, and applicable state and federal regulations. This role supports patient safety, functional independence, and quality of life through individualized care focused on activities of daily living and adaptive strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned occupational therapy visits, including evaluations, Start of Care (SOC), reassessments, recertifications, and discharge visits
• Develop and implement individualized occupational therapy plans of care based on patient needs, functional goals, and physician orders
• Provide skilled interventions such as ADL and IADL training, upper extremity strengthening, fine motor coordination, adaptive equipment training, energy conservation, and home safety and fall-prevention strategies
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, adaptive techniques, home programs, and safety strategies
• Communicate patient progress, concerns, and changes in condition to the agency's interdisciplinary care team
• Collaborate in the clinical oversight of Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs), when applicable and permitted under Colorado law and agency policy
• Complete all required documentation accurately and timely in Homecare Homebase (HCHB)
• Ensure documentation complies with Medicare Conditions of Participation, payer requirements, and agency standards
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and all applicable privacy and security requirements
• Collaborate with agency clinical staff, including RNs, OTAs (when applicable), PTs, STs, and leadership
• Participate in care coordination related to patient needs, visit completion, and regulatory requirements
• Provide OTA oversight only when applicable, assigned, and permitted under Colorado law and agency policy

Requirements:

• Current, unrestricted Colorado Occupational Therapist license
• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to practice independently in a home-based clinical setting
• Proficiency with, or willingness to learn, Homecare Homebase (HCHB)
• Home health experience (preferred)
• Familiarity with Medicare documentation and home health regulations (preferred)
• Experience working with geriatric and medically complex patient populations (preferred)

About Thrive Staffing

Thrive Staffing is a dedicated healthcare staffing company specializing in forging purposeful relationships with healthcare organizations and exceptional healthcare providers.

Our services extend across the healthcare sector in all 50 states, from inpatient hospital systems to home health, hospice, outpatient clinics, rehab facilities, and senior living environments. Our expertise offers a wide variety of support to the healthcare organizations we serve and provides opportunities of employment for our dedicated team of healthcare providers.

Our Areas of Healthcare Staffing Expertise:
- Travel Nursing
- Direct/Permanent Placement
- Allied Health Professionals
- PRN/Per Diem Staffing
- Home Health and Case Management
- Interim Leadership
- Preceptors

Our leaders embody our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Their unique blend of industry knowledge and commitment to individual growth shapes our approach and drives our success.

Ben Rascona, co-founder and CEO:
With a heartfelt commitment to making a difference in the industry, Ben brings a wealth of experience and a genuine dedication to providing exceptional staffing solutions. Through a visionary approach and a strong focus on quality, Ben ensures that Thrive Staffing exceeds industry standards, connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities while positively impacting patient care.

David Gibson, co-founder and CFO:
David is a seasoned senior medical group executive with expertise at the intersection of strategy, patient services, growth, complex operations, revenue enhancement, compliance, and cost management. He brings strong financial and people skills to the table, honed over decades of experience in the healthcare industry.

Enhance your team and improve your patient outcomes with Thrive Staffing. Get started with a FREE client consultation:

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