Pays $32.5-$52/hr — Occupational Therapist market median is ~$125k (24 jobs)
Occupational Therapist - PRN
About the Role
PRN occupational therapist, day shifts. Flexible schedule. Ottumwa, IA.
Join Sanford Health as a Occupational Therapist – PRN in Ottumwa, Iowa. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $32.50 - $52/hour.
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
- Flexible scheduling available.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Sanford Health in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Key Responsibilities
Assess patients to design and implement occupational therapy treatments that help them recover functional, cognitive, and behavioral abilities. Document patient progress and provide education to enhance functional outcomes across various care environments.
Requirements
Must possess a valid state license as an Occupational Therapist and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. NBCOT certification is preferred for Sanford Health facilities.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Iowa, Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$102k across 69 listings, vs ~$97k nationally (8,525 listings).
Iowa's cost-of-living index is 89.0 (US average = 100) — Iowa ranks #4 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist - PRN at Sanford Health a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Occupational Therapy occupational therapist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.2/10 on work-life balance for Occupational Therapist roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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