Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
The Occupational Therapist, Acute Care, in Bowie, Maryland, is a travel assignment starting 08/31/2026 for 19 weeks. The position offers a weekly pay range of $1,920 to $2,052 with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. Shift is five 8-hour days (08:00–16:30). The role is in a skilled nursing facility setting with an emphasis on acute care needs, through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,920–$2,052 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 19 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, typically 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 08/31/2026
- Setting: Skilled nursing facility with acute care focus

Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations for residents with acute care needs and functional challenges
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans to improve activities of daily living, mobility, and cognition
- Deliver direct patient care and document progress in the facility’s record system
- Reassess goals regularly and adjust plans to maximize independence and safe transitions
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, therapy colleagues, social work) to coordinate care and discharge planning
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and facility policies, with a focus on patient safety and quality of care

Requirements
- Active Occupational Therapist license in Maryland or eligibility for licensure
- Experience in acute care or skilled nursing settings preferred
- Ability to commit to a 19-week travel assignment with guaranteed hours
- Strong communication, documentation, and collaborative skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours for the assignment
- Competitive weekly pay
- Travel coordination and assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Dedicated recruiter and ongoing travel support
- Assignment-specific credentialing assistance and guidance
- Professional support throughout the assignment

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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