Occupational Therapist Short Term Contract - Premium Rate
Compensation
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Job Description
Vertis Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a temporary assignment at Dukes Memorial Hospital in Peru, Indiana, from December 18th through January 4th.
We are offering a premium hourly rate for this short-term opportunity, making it an excellent option for school-based therapists with holiday availability or licensed OTs interested in additional work over the holiday season. This opportunity offers the chance to work with both adult and pediatric patients, providing a diverse clinical experience and the opportunity to apply your skills across a variety of age groups and therapy needs.
The Occupational Therapist will develop individualized treatment plans, provide skilled occupational therapy services, monitor patient progress, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team. The OT will also provide guidance and supervision to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as appropriate.
Responsibilities
Patient Assessment and Treatment: Evaluate residents' functional abilities. Establish and execute a plan of care based on individual goals to improve resident's independence and quality of life.
- Documentation: Complete timely and accurate documentation.
- Supervision: Provide appropriate guidance and supervision to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.
Requirements
- Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Valid Occupational Therapist state license or license eligibility
Skills
Strong clinical assessment skills. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist clients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.
Technology: Computer proficiency to document in electronic medical record platform.
Vertis Therapy provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, Vertis Therapy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 40% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapy median $96k (middle half $86k–$108k)164 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Indiana index 93.3 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Indiana | 293 active | 9,004 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 40% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Indiana occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 14% offer loan repayment322 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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