Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while working in a skilled nursing facility in Mount Vernon, 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. BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required. Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred. Experience with ADL retraining, adaptive equipment recommendations, and documentation in electronic medical records preferred. Ability to manage caseloads and coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams. Assignment Details Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility. Shift: Days. Shift Hours: 08:30–16:30. Shift Pattern: 5x8. Floating: Split assignment across facilities within the local region (candidate must be willing to travel between sites). Assignment Length: 12 weeks. Location Highlights Mount Vernon provides regional outdoor access and small-city amenities within southern Illinois. The city is located near Rend Lake, approximately 20–25 minutes by car, offering boating and fishing opportunities and campground facilities. Downtown Mount Vernon features the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts and local dining within a short drive from the facility, providing an urban-suburban lifestyle fit. Interstate 64 runs through the area, allowing commutes of about 1.5 hours to Evansville, IN and just over 2 hours to St. Louis, MO, supporting easy regional travel and weekend excursion options. Benefits Designed for Travelers We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits include access to medical plans, 401(k) options, recruiter support, referral opportunities, housing assistance options, and travel and license reimbursement where applicable. 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.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a