Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$35.15-$52.72/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
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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Post-offer, pre-employment fit-for-duty assessment required, as well as Influenza vaccination.
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
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.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $73k–$110k | Occupational Therapy median $146k (middle half $130k–$162k)208 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$104k in purchasing power | Iowa index 87.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Iowa | 63 active | 8,980 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 50% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US 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 listings | 3,212 in the last 30 days | 1,658 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 |
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