Travel Occupational Therapist; OT - in Lawton, OK

Occupational Therapist Location: Lawton, OK Agency: United Health Care Staffing Pay: $49 per hour Shift Information: Days Start Date: ASAP

Allied Travel Careers  is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) in lawton, Oklahoma, 73503!

Occupational Therapist - Acute Care – UHC Staffing Occupational Therapist - Acute Care

Location: Lawton, Oklahoma

Start Date: 02-24-2026

End Date: 05-26-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift — start times flexible based on the unit (exact start/end times vary by unit)

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 per hour

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day.

Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

• Assess and evaluate patients' functional status and develop individualized OT plans of care
• Implement evidence-based medical-surgical and acute care interventions to restore function
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to optimize discharge planning
• Provide patient and family education to support safe transitions and return-to-home strategies
• Document progress and outcomes accurately and timely in the patient record
• Participate in unit-specific orientation and adhere to facility policies (including scrub color and call expectations)

• Current NBCOT certification required
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• Active Oklahoma state OT license (must be active at time of submission)
• 2 years acute care and medical-surgical occupational therapy experience required (posting notes they will accept new grads, but 2 years acute/MS experience is listed as required)
• Current, relevant work history and skills checklist (current to 1 year) and 2 supervisory reference forms within the last two years

• Strong knowledge of acute care and medical-surgical occupational therapy practice
• Skilled in ADL training, functional mobility, and safe discharge planning
• Familiarity with NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) is a plus
• Excellent clinical documentation and patient assessment skills
• Effective interdisciplinary communication and teamwork

• A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical judgment
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement for required certifications
• Paid orientation (Allied/therapy travelers start orientation on Tuesdays)
• Work with a regional, full-service hospital—great clinical variety and experience
• Opportunities to grow your acute care and medical-surgical skillset
• Friendly local policies that consider nearby candidates for placement adjustments
• Professional development encouragement and access to specialty resources (NIHSS link provided)

Explore the beautiful Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge nearby for hiking, wildlife viewing and scenic drives. Visit the historic Medicine Park cobblestone village for charming shops and local eats. Enjoy outdoor time at Lake Lawtonka for fishing and picnics, and learn about Fort Sill’s history and museums. Plenty of weekend road-trip options to nearby Oklahoma outdoor attractions and regional landmarks.

Ready to start your next adventure as a Occupational Therapist - Acute Care? Let's get you moving forward!

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About United Health Care Staffing

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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