Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,025 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Bradenton, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist with at least 1 year of experience for a Level II Trauma Center in Bradenton, FL, requiring weekend flexibility and willingness to work on an IRF unit.

Details

• Occupational Therapy department serving the entire facility, including a 28-bed IRF and a 383-bed acute care hospital (avg census 240)
• Day shift position, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday
• Patient ratios of 4 patients/day on the IRF unit and 8–12 patients/day in acute care
• Facility features two therapy gyms and an ADL apartment
• EMR: Meditech
• Minimum 1 weekend shift per month required; increased weekend flexibility is highly preferred
• Holiday coverage required on a rotating basis with hospital staff

Requirements

• Active OT license required (license required if applicable)
• Active BLS certification required (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment start)
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapist; allied candidates must have 6 months of experience within the last 6 months
• Weekend flexibility required
• Willingness to work on the IRF unit required
• Hospital and/or IRF experience highly preferred
• Stroke/neuro experience preferred
• Strong critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills required
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Two professional references required (Florida facility)
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include patient evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning
• Additional duties include team conferences, family training, and use of adaptive devices and equipment
• Therapy staff service the entire facility across both IRF and acute care settings
• Ideal candidate is flexible, collaborative, and a strong team player
• 15 OTs currently on staff, including full-time, part-time, and PRN employees
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

American Traveler Job ID #P-727377. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.