Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Fort Dodge, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Occupational Therapist (OT) Home Health in Fort Dodge, Iowa. This position involves providing therapy services to patients primarily recovering from hospitalization or nursing home stays. The OT will contribute clinical expertise to an interdisciplinary team, supporting short-term recovery needs within a home health setting.
Job Details
- Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Two years of previous OT experience; Iowa state licensure; BLS certification; valid driver's license; ability to work within a 50-mile radius of Fort Dodge, IA; experience with electronic medical records (Epic experience preferred); work history/resume required; skills checklist completed within 1 year of submission; copy of certifications and license verification required; referencesone supervisory reference required at time of submission.
- Preferred Qualifications: Home health experience preferred but not necessary; Epic experience preferred.
- Additional Information: The assignment involves working with a small team that includes a physical therapist, occupational therapy assistant, and certified occupational therapy assistant. Orientation includes general organization training, Epic EMR training, and shadow visits, with full productivity expected by week 3. The role requires travel within a 50-mile radius, with mileage reimbursement. Clinicians must have access to own vehicle. The position involves working 1-2 holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day).
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must be first-time travelers and meet all listed qualifications.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1297527. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OT - OT HH Occupational Therapist Home Health.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus