Travel Occupational Therapist

About This Role

As a Travel Occupational Therapist, you will evaluate and develop care plans for patients needing to improve their daily living skills. This role is ideal for an Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with diverse patient populations in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Review patients' medical history, ask questions, and observe them performing tasks.
• Evaluate a patient's condition and needs.
• Develop a treatment plan for patients, identifying specific goals and activities to help them achieve those goals.
• Assist individuals with disabilities in performing various tasks.
• Assess a patient's home or workplace and recommend improvements based on their health needs.
• Educate patients' families and employers on accommodating and caring for the patient.
• Recommend special equipment and instruct patients on its use.
• Document patient activities and progress for evaluations, billing, and reporting to healthcare providers.
• Provide timely and accurate documentation following state and insurance guidelines.

Requirements

• Must have at least 6 months of experience; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Must possess BLS and NBCOT-OTR National Certification with state-specific licensing.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods, as well as bend, lean, or stoop without difficulty.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Nice to have:

• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed hours
• Continuing education opportunities
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start on day 1

Important Details

• Schedule: 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts
• Contract: 14 weeks
• Start date: 11/30/2026

Application Process

• Submit your application with relevant documents.
• Prepare for an interview process that may include multiple steps.

About the Company

TotalMed is a Top Ten travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency that ignites purpose in healthcare. They staff nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians across all 50 states, focusing on matching highly-skilled staff with facilities to enhance patient experiences.