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Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Burn Unit - $2,367 per week

$2,367 per week

American Traveler

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Occupational Therapist
  • Discipline: Therapy
  • Start Date: 07/08/2026
  • 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 8, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1
Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist with at least 1 year of experience for an acute care hospital burn unit position requiring Epic proficiency and weekend availability.

Details
  • Work in an acute care hospital burn unit setting
  • Day shift, 4x10-hour shifts (8:00–18:30)
  • Weekend work is required (Saturday and Sunday in the burn unit), with the remaining shifts selected from Monday through Friday
  • Treat burn patients with 0–100% TBSA burns, with needs ranging from mobility and positioning to pain management and surgical dressing considerations
  • Caseload of up to 8 patients per day, with census as low as 2 during cooler months
  • Floating within inpatient areas is required
  • Outpatient PT coverage for evals and therapy may be requested if time allows
  • Epic EMR experience required
  • Scrubs are provided by the facility
Requirements
  • Active OT license required (LA license required if applicable)
  • Minimum 1 year of relevant clinical experience
  • Epic EMR proficiency required
  • Ability to float within inpatient areas
  • Supervisor reference dated within the last 12 months required for consideration
  • Copy of Driver's License required for consideration
  • Work history gaps of more than 30 days must be listed and explained for consideration
Additional Information
  • Focus of care includes mobility, positioning, and therapeutic interventions to prevent contractures and scarring in burn patients
  • Outpatient therapy coverage may be requested as a secondary responsibility when census allows
  • First-time travelers are welcome to apply
  • Candidates must live more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates
  • Former permanent employees of any LCMC facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible
  • Up to 5 days of RTO may be requested for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-716262. 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.

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