Trinity Health logo
Trinity Health
Elkader, Iowa

Occupational Therapist PRN Elkader

Occupational TherapistNo nightsPer Diem

Compensation

Pay not listed

The week · per this posting

Ask the employer about the pay range, the work setting, call expectations and time off.

Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Day Shift

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Elkader Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital, which provides a vital lifesaving link to rural communities in Clayton County and surrounding areas through ambulance and emergency services. MercyOne is committed to providing quality, personalized and safe health care close to home.

The emergency department is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week with board certified physicians and advanced level practitioners who are well-trained to treat emergency needs. MercyOne Elkader Medical Center is certified as a Level IV Trauma Center by the Iowa Department of Public Health.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Registered Occupational Therapist.

As a Registered Occupational Therapist at MercyOne, you will plan, administer, implement, and evaluate occupational therapy for all appropriate programs and services within the PM&R department, for all patient age groups. Possesses the skills necessary to provide direct patient care specific to each age group in accordance with department protocol. The age of the patients served range in age from infants to geriatrics.

Schedule: Varied hours

Per Diem

General Requirements

Must be able to function as an occupational therapist in all commonly practiced aspects of patient evaluation and treatment appropriate for the assigned age group.

  • Must have ability to give clear instructions to individuals and groups ranging from infant to geriatric.
  • Must have ability to plan day-to-day activities and work independently.
  • Must be able to put patients at ease and make them comfortable.

Must possess strong interpersonal skills and demonstrate the ability to effectively work with other hospital employees and guests.

Education

  • Registration through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NCBOT)
  • Bachelor’s Degree Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Licensure (or eligibility for licensure) by the State of Iowa to practice as an Occupational Therapist.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will plan, administer, and evaluate therapy programs for patients ranging from infants to geriatrics. They are responsible for providing direct patient care in accordance with department protocols and working effectively with the hospital team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Additionally, licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of Iowa is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Patient treatmentIndependent workClinical documentationGeriatric carePediatric care

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Iowa 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, 46% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top contract/1099 Occupational Therapist Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution29 jobs

14
<$110k
6
$110k-130k
4
$130k-150k
5
$150k-170k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs · 29 employers

401k / retirement match
83%
CME allowance
63%
Sign-on bonus
33%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist, OT, Flexible Schedule, Home HealthContract

Concierge Home Care · Melbourne, Florida

$70-$75/hr
#2

Occupational TherapistContract

Luna Physical Therapy · Chicago, Illinois

$68-$75/hr
#3

School Occupational Therapist (OT) - Manhattan

$75 an hour
#4

School Occupational Therapist (OT) - Brooklyn

$75 an hour
+ 34 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,294 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights

Living in Elkader

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$159k
Median resident rent
$859/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

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

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

Trinity Health logo

About Trinity Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Albany, NY
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Full benefits package
Opportunity for growth