Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist. We seek a dedicated clinician to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while exploring a new location in Bradenton, FL. This role supports both acute care and an inpatient rehabilitation unit within a hospital setting. The rehab services team includes two therapy gyms and an ADL apartment to support patient-centered care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Florida OT license required to start the assignment.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Hospital and/or Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) experience highly preferred.
• Ability and willingness to work on an IRF unit.
• Weekend flexibility required. Minimum one weekend shift per month; additional weekend availability preferred.
• Experience with stroke and neuro populations preferred.
• Experience with adaptive devices, ADL training, and discharge planning preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Meditech EMR preferred.
• Prior experience working in a Level II trauma center preferred.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills.
• Team-oriented, flexible, and collaborative professional demeanor.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 0700–1730.
• Shift Days: Days (staffed to support patient care needs).
• Patient load: Approximately 4 patients/day on IRF and 8–12 patients/day in acute care.
• Unit staffing: Approximately 15 OTs on staff across full-time, part-time, and PRN roles.
• Facilities and equipment: Two therapy gyms and an ADL apartment available for treatment.
• EMR: Meditech.

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 commitment. Benefits begin day one.

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

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as an occupational therapist and provide care across acute and IRF settings. Typical responsibilities include evaluation, treatment, discharge planning, team conferences, family training, and use of adaptive equipment. The role supports a 383-bed hospital with a 28-bed IRF and an average facility census of approximately 240 patients.

Location Highlights

Bradenton offers coastal and cultural amenities within short drives. The city sits on the Manatee River and is approximately 10–15 minutes from Bradenton Beach and the Gulf Coast waterfront. Visitors can access Robinson Preserve and De Soto National Memorial within a 15–20 minute drive for hiking, paddling, and birdwatching. Downtown Bradenton features the Village of the Arts and the Riverwalk, both within a 5–10 minute commute from central locations. The region provides a mix of coastal recreation and suburban lifestyle with accessible regional transit routes and proximity to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, roughly 20–25 minutes away.

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.

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