Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Jacksonville, AL. This opportunity supports patients in a skilled nursing facility setting, helping individuals with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily living skills. The role offers a structured schedule with opportunities to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and contribute to patient-centered rehabilitation plans.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Alabama Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.
• Experience with ADL training, adaptive equipment recommendations, and documentation in electronic medical records preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience supervising or collaborating with COTAs preferred.

Assignment Details

• M-F schedule with one weekend rotation per month.

Apply now and you‘ll be contacted by a recruiter who’ll give you more information!

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefit offerings include options to support your health, housing, and professional needs while on assignment.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• Weekly, on-time pay.
• 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide rehabilitative services that promote independence and quality of life for patients in a skilled nursing environment. Collaborate with nursing, therapy colleagues, and family members to implement individualized treatment plans. Maintain accurate documentation and participate in interdisciplinary care planning to support positive patient outcomes.

Location Highlights

Jacksonville, AL provides a mix of outdoor recreation and local amenities within reasonable drives. Cheaha State Park is within approximately 45 minutes to an hour, offering hiking trails and panoramic overlooks. The city is a short drive to Talladega National Forest and is within commuting distance to regional shopping districts and community parks. The area supports a suburban and small-city lifestyle with opportunities for outdoor activities, local events, and accessible regional highways for weekend travel.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. Diversity and inclusion are supported in the workplace.