Travel Occupational Therapist, Home Health - $1,966 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Springfield, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist with home health experience for a 13-week home care assignment serving multiple counties in Illinois.

Details

• Home health / home care setting
• Primary service areas include Clark, Edgar, Effingham, Champaign, and Madison Counties
• Day shift, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• 8-hour shifts
• Caseload of approximately 8 patients per day
• Productivity expectation of a minimum 6.5 points per hour, typically 3–4 evaluations per day
• Patient population is primarily post-acute
• Clinician manages and self-schedules their own daily visit schedule
• No weekend or holiday requirements
• Computerized charting system used (specific EMR not listed)

Requirements

• Active state OT license required at time of consideration; pending licenses will not be accepted — license required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of OT experience required
• Home health experience required
• Home Care Home Base (HCHB) experience required
• Current BLS certification (AHA) required; pending certifications not accepted
• CPR certification required
• Valid driver's license required

Additional Information

• Provide occupational therapy services to post-acute patients in their homes across the assigned service counties
• Responsible for supervising 1 COTA on staff
• Profiles are sent directly to the hiring manager for interview; no clinical screening interview
• 2 professional references required for consideration: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both must include dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year; candidates employed PRN through outside firms will be considered
• Any color scrubs or business casual attire acceptable
• 12-hour orientation period included

American Traveler Job ID #P-732057. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Home Health

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.