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Occupational Therapist - Casual

Gundersen Health System
United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Aug 2026
💰 $72,000/yr

About the role

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.

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Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital and Clinics (Emplify Health, West Union, IA) is seeking a Casual Occupational Therapist to join our highly committed and dynamic rehab team as we provide excellent quality care to patients of all ages.

What's Available:

  • Casual/as needed.
  • Starting pay of $35.68/hr and up, based on your years of experience.

What You'll Need: 

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
  • Occupational Therapist (OT) licensed in the state of Iowa.
  • Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in a related field preferred.

What You'll Get:

  • Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and the Career Development Center

Why Join Us:

  • We offer a work environment that supports you personally and professionally, and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated
  • Departmental leadership that supports you as you do your best work.
  • High-energy, patient-centered environment that serves every patient population from infancy to the elderly
  • A team-oriented department focused on teaching, which is guaranteed to expand critical thinking skills and nursing skillset

You can work anywhere. But not everywhere practices LOVE + MEDICINE. Join our mission in changing healthcare by applying today to join our highly skilled and dedicated healthcare team!

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter listed below:

Primary Recruiter:

Jenni Elsbernd

Recruiter Email Address:

jlelsber@emplifyhealth.org


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