Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Wheaton, MN. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while supporting an outpatient clinic serving the local community. This opportunity includes hands-on patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the ability to support both clinic-based and occasional secondary-site coverage when needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Minnesota Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required prior to or on start of assignment.
• Experience providing outpatient occupational therapy services preferred.
• Experience with common outpatient modalities, ADL/IADL retraining, adaptive equipment recommendation, and functional assessments preferred.
• Ability and willingness to float to a second clinic location if requested by the client is preferred and may be required for certain scheduling guarantees.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with documentation platforms commonly used in outpatient settings preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Days: Monday - Friday.
• Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8 hours per shift.
• May be asked to provide coverage at a second clinic location as needed.

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 responsiveness. Benefits begin your first day and include a comprehensive package designed for travel clinicians.

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

Impacting Patient Care

Join this outpatient therapy team to provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions that support patient independence and functional goals. You will work within an interdisciplinary environment to optimize outcomes for a diverse caseload and help the clinic maintain high standards for rehabilitation care.

Location Highlights

Wheaton offers a small-town lifestyle with proximity to outdoor recreation and regional amenities. The town sits near Big Stone Lake and Big Stone National Wildlife Refuge, providing fishing and wildlife viewing within a short drive. Nearby regional centers are within reasonable commute times, offering additional dining and cultural options. The area supports a quieter, rural lifestyle with opportunities for boating and seasonal outdoor activities, and it is accessible via regional highways for easy travel to larger Minnesota cities.

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 for all associates.