Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist. This role supports patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities to regain or improve daily living and work skills. The assignment is located in Ottumwa, IA at a hospital setting. Applicants must hold appropriate licensure and credentials to practice in the state of Iowa.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Iowa occupational therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience working in an inpatient hospital, rehabilitation, or acute care environment preferred.
• Experience with ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, splinting, and discharge planning preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records systems preferred.
• Certification in specialty areas such as CHT, NDT, or stroke rehab is a plus.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 08:00-16:30.

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

Benefits Designed for Travelers


We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits begin the first day and support your placement and well-being.

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

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide


Join as an occupational therapist to provide essential services in hospital and rehab settings. Assignments offer clinical variety and professional development opportunities. Travelers receive support for licensure, onboarding, and transitions between assignments.

Location Highlights

Ottumwa, IA offers regional cultural and outdoor options within short drives. The area provides access to the Des Moines River and community parks within the city and is about a 1.5-hour drive to the larger regional city of Des Moines for additional cultural venues and airport connections. Local recreational opportunities include nearby state wildlife areas and riverfront trails for hiking and fishing. The community features small-town amenities, collegiate events, and a manageable commute environment for clinicians seeking a quieter, suburban lifestyle with regional access to urban services.

EEO Statement


Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.