Travel Inpatient Acute Care Occupational Therapist - $2,536 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Rockford, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring Rockford, IL.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Illinois Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Inpatient acute care experience required. Candidate must have experience treating post-operative patients including spine, CABG, rotator cuff, and mastectomy cases.
• Experience providing OT services in ICU settings, including early post-op (POD #1) evaluations, preferred.
• Experience with orthopedic post-operative care, including posterior hip surgeries, anterior THA/TKA screening workflows, and handling consults for amputations, pneumonia, DKA, CVA, sepsis, and cardiac conditions preferred.
• Ability to cover multiple floors and float within the hospital setting as needed.
• Must be available to work one weekend day every four weeks, with schedule flexibility during that week. Must be available to work July 4th during the assignment.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital
• Shift Name: Days
• Schedule Pattern: 5x8
• Setting: Strictly inpatient; OTs cover all hospital floors and are not assigned to a single floor.
• Weekend Requirement: 1 weekend day every 4 weeks, with flex during that week.
• Holiday Requirement: Must work July 4th during the assignment.
• ICU Responsibilities: May evaluate post-op CABG patients, typically on POD #1.
• Float Requirement: Candidate must be able to float to other units within the hospital as needed.

Location Highlights

Rockford offers a mix of urban and outdoor recreation within a short drive. Anderson Japanese Gardens and the Rockford Riverfront are downtown landmarks located within a few minutes of major medical centers, providing quiet and scenic outdoor options. The Rock Cut State Park and Chain O’Lakes State Park are approximately 20–35 minutes away, offering hiking, boating, and fishing for an adventurous lifestyle. The Coronado Performing Arts Center and Discovery Center Museum are cultural attractions in the city center, typically reachable within a 5–15 minute drive, supporting an urban cultural fit. O’Hare International Airport is about 75 miles by car, providing regional and national travel access for occasional flights. Public transit options include Rockford Mass Transit District bus routes connecting downtown and suburban neighborhoods for local commuting.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others. A recruiter will provide details about benefits and eligibility when you apply.

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

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as an occupational therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and growth. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using career tools designed for therapy professionals.

EEO Statement

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #444746. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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