Therapist / Occupational Therapist / Arizona / Occupational Therapist - Acute - (OT - Acute) Job
Company: AMN Healthcare
Location: Fort Mohave
Posted on: June 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist - Acute - (OT - Acute)
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $2193.00 -
$2260.00
This Occupational Therapist position is based in the Fort Mohave,
Arizona area, a sunny and scenic community along the Colorado
River. Fort Mohave offers a relaxed desert-river lifestyle with
abundant outdoor activities. You can enjoy easy access to the
Colorado River and Lake Mohave for boating, kayaking,
paddleboarding, fishing, and other water sports. Nearby Davis Dam
and the surrounding riverfront parks provide scenic views, walking
paths, and picnic areas, while the broader region offers hiking,
trail running, and desert exploration. The area is known for its
warm climate and year-round sunshine, making it ideal for
candidates who enjoy outdoor recreation and an active
lifestyle.Fort Mohave also benefits from its proximity to
neighboring communities such as Bullhead City and Laughlin. Within
a short drive, you can find a variety of restaurants, live music,
entertainment venues, and casino resorts, giving you a mix of
small-community living with easy access to nightlife and amenities.
The cost of living in this region is generally more manageable than
in many larger metropolitan areas, allowing you to enjoy both
professional fulfillment and a comfortable lifestyle.The role is
within an acute care and inpatient rehabilitation environment that
is designed to support recovery for medically complex patients. The
facility offers modern inpatient units and therapy spaces, with an
interdisciplinary team approach that includes occupational
therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists,
nurses, case managers, and physicians all working together to
optimize patient outcomes. You will be part of a collaborative
rehab team that values communication, evidence-based practice, and
patient-centered care.Typical responsibilities include performing
comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, developing
individualized treatment plans, and delivering skilled
interventions to help patients regain independence with activities
of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and functional
mobility. You will work with a variety of diagnoses including
post-surgical, orthopedic, neurologic, and general medical
conditions. The caseload may include patients transitioning from
short-term acute care into a dedicated inpatient rehab setting,
allowing you to follow patients through a critical phase of their
recovery.A typical day may include morning evaluations and
treatments on a hospital unit, interdisciplinary rounds with the
care team to discuss goals and discharge plans, afternoon treatment
sessions focused on ADL retraining and functional mobility, and
documentation time within the EMR. You may assist with caregiver
training, home safety education, and recommendations for adaptive
equipment or continued therapy services. Patient loads and
productivity expectations are designed to balance high-quality care
with manageable workloads, and patient ratios are structured to
support safe, effective treatment sessions.Shifts are generally
daytime hours with some flexibility depending on census and
department needs, and may include rotating weekends or holiday
coverage to support consistent patient care in the acute setting.
The therapy spaces are equipped with a variety of adaptive devices,
functional training environments, and updated equipment to support
innovative and engaging treatment sessions. New team members can
expect a supportive orientation process, access to experienced
colleagues, and opportunities to develop clinical strengths in
areas such as neurological and orthopedic rehab.This position is
well-suited for an Occupational Therapist who values meaningful
patient relationships, enjoys working in a close-knit
interdisciplinary team, and appreciates the balance of a relaxed
river community with access to nearby entertainment and amenities.
It offers a chance to build a strong clinical resume in acute and
inpatient rehab while living in a warm, outdoor-oriented area.
Required Qualifications
Occupational Therapist, Acute
OT-AZ
SSN Required
DOB Required
About the Facility
This medical center opened its doors in 2005 and has offered
world-class healthcare to a diverse 5-county area since its
inception. What was once a 102,000 square foot hospital has grown
into a 126,000 square-foot acute care facility over the course of
the last 7 years. The 52-bed hospital boasts the only inpatient
pediatric unit in the region and offers a full suite of medical
services to its patients. Committed to offering comprehensive care,
the hospital boasts a robust 30 specializations.
Facility Location
Fort Mohave got its name from a nearby fort that was used during
the Mohave War. This small town is a small suburb of Bullhead City.
There is an ice cream parlor, a hardware store and pharmacy in Fort
Mohave, as well as several restaurants and fast food outlets,
although the residents of this small town go to Bullhead City for
entertainment and to do most of their shopping and dining.
Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer
generous packages that include:
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted,
innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare
organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves
to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more
achievable.
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