Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Overview

Occupational Therapist, Acute Care – Moses Lake, WA. Travel - Temporary Assignment starting 09/14/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay range: $2,200–$2,249 with guaranteed hours of 40 per week. Shift: Days. Setting: Home Healthcare.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,200–$2,249 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Days
• Start date: 09/14/2026
• Setting: Home Healthcare travel assignment

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to home health patients, including assessment, treatment, and care planning for physical disabilities resulting from injury, disease, or surgery.
• Develop and re-evaluate patient care plans; utilize therapeutic modalities and assistive devices to relieve pain and maximize function.
• Document all pertinent information in the EMR; communicate treatment plans with patients, families, and the care team; complete daily billing procedures.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans and procedures; supervise OT aides and support staff; collaborate with the supervising physician as needed.
• Manage daily workload and monitor safety of care equipment and environment; report deficiencies to the Director as required.
• Mentorship opportunity with an experienced hand therapy provider to support the elbow/wrist/hand program growth.

Requirements

• Active Washington state OT license or eligible to obtain
• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (American Occupational Therapy Association approved); advanced degree preferred
• One year outpatient care experience preferred; hand therapy and splinting experience preferred
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (HCP) certification within 3 months of hire
• Ability to evaluate and provide care across the age continuum from school age to geriatric

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours
• Up to 24 hours of call-off available at no cost during the assignment
• Mentorship opportunity in a hand therapy program
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment

PAY DISCLAIMER RULE

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.