Travel Inpatient Occupational Therapist - $2,806 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Rockford, Illinois.

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: May 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist for an inpatient Physical Medicine unit at an acute care hospital, covering a diverse surgical and medical patient population across all floors.

Details

• Inpatient-only OT role within a hospital Physical Medicine department
• Therapists are not assigned to a single floor — coverage spans all floors of the hospital
• Patient population includes post-op spine, CABG, rotator cuff, and mastectomy surgeries, as well as amputations, PNA, DKA, CVA, sepsis, and various cardiac conditions
• OTs serve as the primary therapists for s/p spine, CABG, rotator cuff, and mastectomy cases
• CABG patients are seen in the ICU, typically on post-op day 1
• Orthopedic unit includes anterior THA and TKA patients (screened by PT) and posterior hip surgery patients
• Day shift, 8 hours per shift, 5 shifts per week
• One weekend day required every 4 weeks, with schedule flex during that week
• Must be available to work July 4th

Requirements

• Current, active Occupational Therapist license (license required if applicable)
• Current BLS certification required

Additional Information

• Provide inpatient OT services across a wide range of surgical and medical floors
• Collaborate within a therapy team that includes PTs who screen ortho patients for OT needs

American Traveler Job ID #P-706051. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Inpatient

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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