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Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

$2,109 - $2,264 per week
Temporary

Healthforce

Overview
Occupational Therapist – Acute Care travel assignment in Seattle, WA. Start date: 06/29/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,109–$2,264 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 days. Work setting: skilled nursing facility. This is a temporary travel assignment managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,109 to $2,264 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5 days per week, daytime hours
- Start date: 06/29/2026
- Travel assignment in a skilled nursing facility setting

Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive OT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for adults in an acute care–oriented SNF setting
- Administer and document therapeutic interventions to improve ADLs, functional mobility, and upper/lower extremity function
- Monitor progress, adjust treatment plans, and communicate changes to the interdisciplinary team
- Provide discharge planning and caregiver education to support continued recovery after therapy
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the patient record and ensure quality care coordination

Requirements
- Active occupational therapy license and ability to practice in the state of Washington (per local regulatory requirements)
- Relevant experience in acute care or skilled nursing facility settings preferred
- Ability to work a 35-hour guaranteed weekly schedule within a 13-week travel assignment
- Strong collaboration skills and effective communication with rehab colleagues and care teams
- Adaptability to a fast-paced clinical environment and diverse patient population

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours and consistent weekly compensation
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Housing assistance options to help with relocation or short-term stays
- Fast credentialing process to minimize start-up delays
- Extension opportunities may be discussed based on assignment needs
- Nationwide travel assignments and dedicated assignment support

Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore additional travel openings, apply at Healthforce Healthcare LLC’s Careers site:

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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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