Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,151 to $2,591 per week in Everett, WA AlliedTravelCareersTravel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,151 to $2,591 per week in Everett, WAEverett, WA$2,151–$2,591Summary: The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides comprehensive, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, recover, and enhance the skills necessary for independent daily living. Working across diverse settings, the OT evaluates patient needs, diagnoses functional limitations, and designs individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique goals.
Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $1,772 to $2,135 per week in Kirkland, WA AlliedTravelCareersTravel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $1,772 to $2,135 per week in Kirkland, WAKirkland, WA$1,772–$2,135Summary: The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides comprehensive, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, recover, and enhance the skills necessary for independent daily living. Working across diverse settings, the OT evaluates patient needs, diagnoses functional limitations, and designs individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique goals.
Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $1,876 to $2,260 per week in Kirkland, WA AlliedTravelCareersTravel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $1,876 to $2,260 per week in Kirkland, WAKirkland, WA$1,876–$2,260Summary: The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides comprehensive, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, recover, and enhance the skills necessary for independent daily living. Working across diverse settings, the OT evaluates patient needs, diagnoses functional limitations, and designs individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique goals.
Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,151 to $2,591 per week in Everett, WA Fusion Medical StaffingTravel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,151 to $2,591 per week in Everett, WAEverett, WA$2,151–$2,591Summary: The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides comprehensive, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, recover, and enhance the skills necessary for independent daily living. Working across diverse settings, the OT evaluates patient needs, diagnoses functional limitations, and designs individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique goals.
Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $1,876 to $2,260 per week in Kirkland, WA Fusion Medical StaffingTravel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $1,876 to $2,260 per week in Kirkland, WAKirkland, WA$1,876–$2,260Summary: The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides comprehensive, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, recover, and enhance the skills necessary for independent daily living. Working across diverse settings, the OT evaluates patient needs, diagnoses functional limitations, and designs individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique goals.
NewPhysical Therapist- West Seattle, WA FOX RehabilitationPhysical Therapist- West Seattle, WASeattle, WA$55,000–$105,000 / yearPhysical Requirements FOX clinicians must be able to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including: Exerting medium physical effort, including lifting 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly. This opportunity is ideal for Physical Therapists who value autonomy, flexibility, and truly meaningful patient outcomes, while enjoying the freedom to create and manage your own treatment schedule and build strong, lasting patient relationships.
NewTravel Nurse RN - Home Health - $1,944 to $2,235 per week in Mountlake Terrace, WA Fusion Medical StaffingTravel Nurse RN - Home Health - $1,944 to $2,235 per week in Mountlake Terrace, WAMountlake Terrace, WA$1,944–$2,235Summary: A Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) delivers direct nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring comfort, stability, and effective management of their medical conditions. Home Health RNs assess patient conditions, develop care plans, administer treatments, and educate patients and caregivers on disease management.
NewTravel Nurse RN - Home Health - $2,107 to $2,422 per week in Everett, WA Fusion Medical StaffingTravel Nurse RN - Home Health - $2,107 to $2,422 per week in Everett, WAEverett, WA$2,107–$2,422Summary: A Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) delivers direct nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring comfort, stability, and effective management of their medical conditions. Home Health RNs assess patient conditions, develop care plans, administer treatments, and educate patients and caregivers on disease management.
NewTravel Nurse RN - Home Health - $2,403 to $2,762 per week in Kirkland, WA Fusion Medical StaffingTravel Nurse RN - Home Health - $2,403 to $2,762 per week in Kirkland, WAKirkland, WA$2,403–$2,762Summary: A Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) delivers direct nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring comfort, stability, and effective management of their medical conditions. Home Health RNs assess patient conditions, develop care plans, administer treatments, and educate patients and caregivers on disease management.
NewTravel Occupational Therapist (OT) Fusion Medical StaffingTravel Occupational Therapist (OT)Kirkland, WAThe Occupational Therapist (OT) provides comprehensive, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help patients develop, recover, and enhance the skills necessary for independent daily living. Working across diverse settings, the OT evaluates patient needs, diagnoses functional limitations, and designs individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique goals.
Travel CVPICU Registered Nurse - $2,265 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel CVPICU Registered Nurse - $2,265 per weekSeattle, WAAs a PCICU Nurse, you will provide critical care to pediatric patients with congenital or acquired heart conditions, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide high-level care, monitor cardiovascular status, and support families through difficult times. As a PCICU Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks: Patient Care: Provide direct care to pediatric patients with cardiovascular conditions, including those recovering from heart surgery, congenital heart defects, or severe arrhythmias.
NewTravel ER RN - $1,981 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel ER RN - $1,981 per weekSeattle, WAOther responsibilities as an ER Travel Nurse include documenting medical history, checking for any allergies patients might have, obtaining patient vital signs, and monitoring patients' emotional and physical well-being. As an ER Travel Nurse, you will work with a diverse team of caregivers to appropriately evaluate, triage and implement care using correct procedures and physician instructions.
NewTravel ER RN - $1,805 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel ER RN - $1,805 per weekSeattle, WAOther responsibilities as an ER Travel Nurse include documenting medical history, checking for any allergies patients might have, obtaining patient vital signs, and monitoring patients' emotional and physical well-being. As an ER Travel Nurse, you will work with a diverse team of caregivers to appropriately evaluate, triage and implement care using correct procedures and physician instructions.
NewTravel ER RN - $2,083 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel ER RN - $2,083 per weekSeattle, WAOther responsibilities as an ER Travel Nurse include documenting medical history, checking for any allergies patients might have, obtaining patient vital signs, and monitoring patients' emotional and physical well-being. As an ER Travel Nurse, you will work with a diverse team of caregivers to appropriately evaluate, triage and implement care using correct procedures and physician instructions.
NewRN (Full/Part Time) - Long Term Care - Float Pool Providence Health and ServicesRN (Full/Part Time) - Long Term Care - Float PoolBellevue, WA$43.12–$66.95 / hourOur service lines include assisted living/skilled nursing/rehabilitation, home health, home infusion/pharmacy services, home medical equipment, hospice and palliative care, Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), personal home services/private duty care and supportive housing. Providence Home and Community Care (HCC) is a service line within Providence with over 8,000 caregivers and 2,000 volunteers serving nearly 200,000 people a year, in their homes, in clinics and in a variety of congregate living ministries across our seven-state footprint.
Class A Driver MedlineClass A DriverArlington, WA$26.75–$38.75 / hourMedTrans is Medline's private fleet of professional drivers that delivers our lifesaving medical products directly to both commercial and residential customers. Communicate with dispatching team regarding necessary adjustments to delivery route or schedule in order to meet customer needs and maintain safe operations.
NewTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $3,217 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $3,217 per weekSeattle, WAAs an L&D RN, you'll be responsible for assisting physicians when epidurals or pain medications are administered, episiotomies are performed, or when the patient requires preparation for a cesarean delivery. TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health.
Travel Nurse RN - Care Manager - $2,556 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel Nurse RN - Care Manager - $2,556 per weekSeattle, WATotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.
NewTravel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,981 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,981 per weekSeattle, WAAs an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience. TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health.
Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,659 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,659 per weekKirkland, WATraveler will float between Freestanding ER in Redmond's and Main Campus in Kirkland (10-15 min drive - floating is based on call outs/leave - travelers are the first to float). As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
Travel Critical Care Float RN - $2,231 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel Critical Care Float RN - $2,231 per weekSeattle, WATotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.
NewTravel NICU RN - $1,805 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel NICU RN - $1,805 per weekEdmonds, WAAlongside the rest of the care team, NICU RNs assist in providing round-the-clock care to these patients and support to the parents. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.
NewTravel Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse - $2,077 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse - $2,077 per weekSeattle, WAPACU Travel Nurses offer a crucial care step between surgery and recovery, and ensure that patients are monitored for any adverse reactions. Because of the fast-paced environment, Post Anesthesia Care Unit RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.
NewTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,099 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,099 per weekSeattle, WAAs an L&D RN, you'll be responsible for assisting physicians when epidurals or pain medications are administered, episiotomies are performed, or when the patient requires preparation for a cesarean delivery. TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health.
NewTravel PACU RN - $2,163 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel PACU RN - $2,163 per weekSeattle, WAPACU Travel Nurses offer a crucial care step between surgery and recovery, and ensure that patients are monitored for any adverse reactions. Because of the fast-paced environment, Post Anesthesia Care Unit RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.
NewTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,226 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,226 per weekSeattle, WAAs an L&D RN, you'll be responsible for assisting physicians when epidurals or pain medications are administered, episiotomies are performed, or when the patient requires preparation for a cesarean delivery. TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health.
Travel Nurse RN - Home Health - $2,452 per week TNAA TotalMed RNTravel Nurse RN - Home Health - $2,452 per weekEverett, WAAs an RN in Home Health, you will provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes, supporting recovery, chronic disease management, and overall wellness. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
Occupational Therapist (OT) Providence Swedish Rehabilitation HospitalOccupational Therapist (OT)Lynnwood, WA$96,720–$149,531.20Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
Home Health Speech Therapist Per Diem UnitedHealth GroupHome Health Speech Therapist Per DiemRedmond, WA$35–$62.50 / hourAs members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. As the Speech Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to treating speech and language disorders, and functional training in communication, swallowing, and cognitive impairments.
LPN After Hours On Call Nurse, Hospice AccentCare, Inc.LPN After Hours On Call Nurse, HospiceLynnwood, WA$38–$40Physical demands include frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs), constant assistance with patients (up to 200 lbs), frequent walking, stooping, driving, grasping, and computer use, with occasional exposure to environmental conditions such as temperature changes, noise, chemicals, and uneven walking surfaces. We’re proud to be named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek — a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place.
Physical Therapy Assistant Home Health UnitedHealth GroupPhysical Therapy Assistant Home HealthMountlake Terrace, WA$66,977–$100,465 / yearTotal cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve.
Occupational Therapist Assistant Home Health UnitedHealth GroupOccupational Therapist Assistant Home HealthMountlake Terrace, WA$29.59–$44.39 / hourAs members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistants.
NewTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $3,150 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $3,150 per weekSeattle, WAMedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation.
NewTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,325 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,325 per weekSeattle, WAMedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation.
Travel Labor & Delivery RN - $2,678 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel Labor & Delivery RN - $2,678 per weekSeattle, WAMedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation.
NewTravel Interventional Radiology - $3,293 per week MedPro Healthcare Allied StaffingTravel Interventional Radiology - $3,293 per weekSeattle, WAKey Words: Cath Lab Tech, CLT, Cardiac Catheter Lab Technician, Cardiac Catheterization, Cardiovascular Technologist, RCIS, EP Tech, Special Procedures Tech, Interventional Tech, Electrophysiology, Electrophysiology Tech, IR Tech. Assists the physician with the performance of various diagnostic and interventional procedures, by monitoring, passing instruments and catheters, observing patient response to procedure, maintaining sterile field, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic data to be utilized by the physician.
NewTravel Interventional Radiology Tech - $3,056 per week MedPro Healthcare Allied StaffingTravel Interventional Radiology Tech - $3,056 per weekSeattle, WAKey Words: Cath Lab Tech, CLT, Cardiac Catheter Lab Technician, Cardiac Catheterization, Cardiovascular Technologist, RCIS, EP Tech, Special Procedures Tech, Interventional Tech, Electrophysiology, Electrophysiology Tech, IR Tech. Assists the physician with the performance of various diagnostic and interventional procedures, by monitoring, passing instruments and catheters, observing patient response to procedure, maintaining sterile field, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic data to be utilized by the physician.
NewTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,493 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,493 per weekSeattle, WAMedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation.
NewTravel ER RN - $2,163 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel ER RN - $2,163 per weekSeattle, WAKey Words: Emergency Room Nurse, RN-ER, Emergency Room, Critical Care, Emergency Department, ACLS, EKG, Travel Nurse, Contract Nurse, Agency Nurse, Travel Contract, ER-RN, RN-ED, Emergency Room Nursing, ED Nurse, ER positions, RN-ER positions, ER Contracts, Travel Nurse. MedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Registered Nurse - Emergency Room for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients.
Travel NICU Transport RN - $2,676 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel NICU Transport RN - $2,676 per weekSeattle, WAMedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality NICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation.
NewTravel ICU/PCU RN - $2,295 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel ICU/PCU RN - $2,295 per weekSilverdale, WAKey Words: Intensive Care Unit, Nurse, Registered Nurse, RN-ICU, Critical Care Unit, Critical Care Nurse, Intensive Care Nurse, RN-CCU, Travel Nurse, Agency Nurse, Contract Nurse, Travel Contract, ACLS, EKG, RN, Registered Nurse, ICU, CCU, RN-ICU, RN-CCU, MICU, SICU, Advanced Life Support, CPR, BLS, Travel Nursing. MedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality ICU/CCU Registered Nurse for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients.
Travel Labor and Delivery RN - $3,040 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $3,040 per weekSeattle, WAMedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation.
Travel Pediatric Transport RN - $2,541 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel Pediatric Transport RN - $2,541 per weekSeattle, WAMedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality PICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation.
NewTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $3,231 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel Labor and Delivery RN - $3,231 per weekSeattle, WAMedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation.
NewTravel NICU RN - $2,069 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel NICU RN - $2,069 per weekEdmonds, WAMedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality NICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation.
NewTravel ER RN - $2,060 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel ER RN - $2,060 per weekSeattle, WAKey Words: Emergency Room Nurse, RN-ER, Emergency Room, Critical Care, Emergency Department, ACLS, EKG, Travel Nurse, Contract Nurse, Agency Nurse, Travel Contract, ER-RN, RN-ED, Emergency Room Nursing, ED Nurse, ER positions, RN-ER positions, ER Contracts, Travel Nurse. MedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Registered Nurse - Emergency Room for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients.
NewTravel Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse - $3,084 per week MedPro Healthcare StaffingTravel Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse - $3,084 per weekSeattle, WAMedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation.
NewMulti Campus Float Pool RN - Operating Room Providence Health and ServicesMulti Campus Float Pool RN - Operating RoomBellevue, WA$48.85–$89.91 / hourIt is comprised of eight hospital campuses (Ballard, Edmonds, Everett, Centralia, Cherry Hill (Seattle), First Hill (Seattle), Issaquah and Olympia); emergency rooms and specialty centers in Redmond (East King County) and the Mill Creek area in Everett; and Providence Swedish Medical Group, a network of 190+ primary care and specialty care locations throughout the Puget Sound. Accountable for the delivery of coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence-based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan.
NewRN - Float Pool Providence Health and ServicesRN - Float PoolBellevue, WA$48.87–$87.28 / hourTogether, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
NewSenior Clinic RN - Hematology Oncology Providence Health and ServicesSenior Clinic RN - Hematology OncologyBothell, WA$46.74–$73.78 / hourOur strong team environment and respect for our people—at all levels and from all backgrounds—allow us to provide authentic care that achieves the highest-quality patient outcomes, backed by the strong network of resources and support through our affiliation with the Providence family, including local partners like Swedish Health Services. Provides specialized care in an assigned specialty department, utilizes critical thinking skills, experience, knowledge, and demonstrated competency in patient pre-admission screenings, preadmit, intra-procedure and recovery of patients.