Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$35.15-$52.72/hr

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Job Description

Join Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics as a PRN Occupational Therapist in Guttenberg, Iowa, where you will have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient lives while enjoying a flexible work schedule.

This onsite position allows you to adapt your hours to fit your lifestyle, perfect for recent graduates seeking an entry point into the field or seasoned OTs desiring increased work-life balance. With a competitive pay range of $35.15 to $52.72 per hour, you will be rewarded for your skills and dedication.

Immerse yourself in a dynamic environment that values innovation and excellence. You can get great benefits such as Competitive Salary, IPERS, 457b, and 457b ROTH. Your contributions will be central to our mission of providing exceptional care, allowing you to grow professionally while making a difference in your community. Seize this chance to be part of a compassionate and forward-thinking team.

Hello, we're Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics

For more than 60 years, Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics has been a supportive, helpful neighbor in the community we all love. Though we’ve expanded our services and specialties while upgrading our technology and facilities, you’ll find we’ve kept our personalized, family-focused approach to healthcare alive and well. Learn more about our patients and services in our most recent newsletter Keeping You Well.

What it's like to be a Occupational Therapist at Occupational Therapist

As a PRN Occupational Therapist at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating the development and rehabilitation of patients facing mental, emotional, and physical challenges.

Your responsibilities will include planning and administering personalized therapy sessions while collaborating with care teams to establish comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique goals and needs.

You will assess patient progress, adjusting intervention strategies as required to maximize recovery and independence.

This position also involves consultation with patients, families, and health care providers to ensure effective discharge planning, creating individualized home exercise programs, and preparing patients for workforce reintegration.

By maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to safety protocols, you'll contribute to a professional and secure environment.

Additionally, your commitment to ongoing education and staff development will enhance the quality of occupational therapy services offered, making a significant impact on the lives of those we serve.

What You Need to Be Successful

To excel as a PRN Occupational Therapist at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics, you must possess a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and a valid Occupational Therapy License. A Basic Life Saving Certification is essential for ensuring patient safety during therapy sessions. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess patient needs effectively and develop targeted treatment plans.

Experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings is highly preferred, allowing for a well-rounded approach to patient care. Additionally, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are critical, as you will collaborate closely with patients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams. Proficiency in software tools related to patient documentation and therapy management will enhance your efficiency and effectiveness in this role.

Your empathetic nature and commitment to professional development will further support positive patient outcomes and foster a supportive therapeutic environment.

Knowledge and Skills Required for the Position Are

  • Master's in Occupational Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy License
  • Basic Life Saving Certification
  • Previous experience in both an inpatient and outpatient setting preferred
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Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will plan and administer personalized therapy sessions while collaborating with care teams to establish comprehensive treatment plans. They will also assess patient progress, manage discharge planning, and create individualized home exercise programs to maximize patient recovery and independence.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and a valid Occupational Therapy License. A Basic Life Saving Certification is also required, and experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings is highly preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Patient RehabilitationTreatment PlanningPatient AssessmentAnalytical SkillsTherapy Management Software

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$91k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Iowa?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$73k–$110kOccupational Therapy median $146k (middle half $130k–$162k)208 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$104k in purchasing powerIowa index 87.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Iowa63 active8,980 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 50% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Occupational Therapy listings3,212 in the last 30 days1,658 the 30 days before (+94%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+4.1% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Occupational Therapist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs
7
<$115k
2
$115k-130k
7
$130k-145k
5
$145k-160k
1
$166k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

26 jobs
401k / retirement match
85% this job
CME allowance
69%
Sign-on bonus
42%
Loan repayment
23%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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US Physical Therapy · Toms River, New Jersey

$74-$95/hr
#2

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US Physical Therapy · Selden, New York

$65-$90/hr
#3

Occupational Therapist - $80 to 90 per hour - Part Time

$80-$90/hr
#4

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$70-$80/hr
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,995 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Guttenberg Municipal Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Guttenberg, Iowa
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Salary
IPERS (Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System)
457b
457b ROTH

Living in Guttenberg

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$271k
Median resident rent
$870/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
87.3
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Dubuque, IA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.