'Tis the season for new grads searching for their first job. I seem to speak with a lot of occupational therapy new grads lately who are starting their occupational therapy careers.

I said this in an earlier blog: my #1 tip for new grads is to be flexible, especially for location. An OT I just spoke with was seeking travel OT jobs in Denver, Colorado Springs, or Salt Lake City. But so are hundreds of other people.

Travel is a business of supply and demand. Clients pay increased rates for travelers for three main reasons: peak caseloads, family or medical leave, or  coverage while they search for a staff employee. If there are a lot of therapists in the local area, managers don't need travelers for their occupational therapy jobs. They can quickly find their own staff employee or PRN coverage.

Now, if you're flexible enough to travel a multi-state region, or a high-demand area, we will have plenty of occupational therapy jobs to choose from. Many clients also pay bonuses or have special perks to attract you to their opportunity. 

Talk with your recruiter to find the best solution for you and to develop a personalized career plan. If you don't already have an MDI Medical recrutier, drop me an email & I'll gladly make an introduction.