Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Gardnerville, NV. Provide therapeutic services to patients in a skilled nursing facility setting to help them regain or improve daily living skills after injury, illness, or disability. This opportunity supports professional growth while allowing time to explore a new region.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Nevada Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience providing occupational therapy in skilled nursing or post-acute care settings preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and document progress for geriatric or long-term care populations preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with restorative nursing programs, ADL training, and adaptive equipment recommendations preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.

Assignment Details

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 the first day of the assignment.

• 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

Provide patient-centered occupational therapy services in a skilled nursing environment. Deliver assessments, individualized treatment plans, therapeutic interventions, and caregiver education. Contribute to interdisciplinary team goals to improve patient functional outcomes and quality of life.

Location Highlights

Gardnerville offers easy access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions. The town is near Lake Tahoe, approximately a 35–45 minute drive to popular ski resorts and hiking trails, and within an hour to Carson City and historic Virginia City. Local options include fishing and boating on nearby lakes, access to the Carson Valley for scenic drives and agritourism, and community events at downtown parks and local cultural venues. This location suits clinicians who prefer a small-town, outdoor-oriented lifestyle with regional urban amenities within a short drive.

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.