Travel Occupational Therapist – Valdez, AK | 5x8 Days | Outpatient | Pediatrics Focus
Outpatient Therapy | Pediatrics | Acute + LTC Coverage
Brandon Boughton
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Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist for a travel assignment in Valdez, Alaska.
This role supports a multidisciplinary therapy department serving primarily outpatient pediatric patients, with additional coverage across inpatient and long-term care settings.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This assignment is ideal for therapists who are adaptable across care settings and comfortable treating pediatric populations while supporting broader patient needs across inpatient, outpatient, and LTC environments.
ASSIGNMENT DETAILS
• 13-week contract
• Day shift 5x8s (08:00–17:00)
• 1 position available
COMPENSATION
Because travel rates change frequently based on market demand and facility needs, our recruiters provide the most current and competitive pay packages during your initial conversation. Each compensation package is customized and may include taxable hourly wages along with tax-free stipends when applicable.
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Evaluate and treat patients across outpatient, inpatient, and LTC settings
• Provide pediatric-focused therapy including developmental treatment and functional activities
• Conduct standardized assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Support ADLs, mobility, and functional independence
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and home programs
• Document care plans, progress, and discharge summaries
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for coordinated patient care
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Small community hospital setting
• Outpatient pediatric focus with cross-setting coverage
• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment
• Epic charting preferred
Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.
• Minimum 1 year Occupational Therapy experience REQUIRED
• BLS certification REQUIRED
• Travel experience REQUIRED
• Experience in outpatient, acute care, and LTC/SNF settings
• Pediatric experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of functional activities, standardized assessments, and developmental treatment
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Not ready to apply? That is completely fine. Many candidates prefer a brief, confidential conversation first. You are welcome to call or text Brandon directly.
Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.