Occupational Therapist Opportunity Northern Arizona $100K-$120K | 4x10 or 5x8 | Program-building autonomy Opportunity Overview This is an excellent fit for an experienced Occupational Therapist who enjoys outpatient orthopedics but also wants the autonomy to help shape a growing rehab program. The role offers schedule flexibility, built-in documentation time, and the opportunity to establish OT services at a newer rural medical center. Position Details Flexible full-time schedule with either five 8-hour days or four 10-hour days. Approximately 8 scheduled patients on a 5x8 schedule or 10 on a 4x10 schedule, with administrative/documentation time built into the day. Majority outpatient orthopedic caseload, with a smaller outpatient neuro component and limited acute-care volume. Broad clinical scope including upper-extremity diagnoses, wound care, tendon repairs, fractures, and custom orthosis/splint fabrication. Help develop, implement, and coordinate the OT program rather than stepping into a fully established model. One rehab tech/aide is available to support the OT at each location. Future growth may include additional inpatient/swing-bed rehabilitation services. Compensation and Benefits Annual salary range: $100,000-$120,000. 15,000 - Sign-on bonus + $15,000 retention bonus after 1 year completion Relocation assistance available up to $15,000 Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, disability coverage, and paid leave. 19.5 days of vacation annually to start (156 hours), with additional vacation available as years of service increase. IHS Student loan repayment eligibility up to $50,000 every two years. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited U.S. program required; Master's or doctoral degree preferred. Three years of Occupational Therapy experience required; new graduates are not being considered for this opening. Current, unrestricted Arizona OT license required for direct hires. Experience with upper-extremity rehabilitation, splinting/custom orthosis fabrication, outpatient orthopedics, and strong documentation practices is highly relevant. Bilingual English/Navajo skills are preferred but not required. Valid unrestricted driver's license and successful background investigation required. Surrounding Location Rural Northern Arizona setting with wide-open space, high-desert scenery, and a strong sense of community. Flagstaff serves as the nearest larger regional hub for commercial air service, dining, shopping, entertainment, and university-town amenities. Easy access to hiking, skiing, stargazing, Sedona, the Grand Canyon region, Meteor Crater, and Petrified Forest National Park. Nearby Route 66 communities provide additional housing, dining, and everyday amenities within commuting distance. Limited employee housing is available at the medical center, with clinical and on-call staff receiving higher priority. Brandon Smith | 469-960-6339 | bsmith@themedicusfirm.com | TheMedicusFirm.com