Travel Occupational Therapist Job

Job Description Job Description Overview Occupational Therapist – Travel assignment in Puyallup, Washington. This 13-week contract begins 06/01/2026 with guaranteed 35 hours per week and a 5x8 schedule. You’ll earn a weekly pay range of $2,004 to $2,072. The role is in a long-term care nursing home setting and involves a shared, multi-site rotation within the region (three days at one facility, two days at another each week). This travel opportunity is coordinated through Healthforce Healthcare LLC. Key Highlights - Weekly pay: $2,004–$2,072 - Guaranteed hours: 35 per week - Contract duration: 13 weeks - Shift: 5x8 days - Start date: 06/01/2026 - Setting: long-term care (nursing home) Responsibilities - Assess residents’ functional abilities and develop individualized OT treatment plans to improve activities of daily living and overall independence. - Implement evidence-based therapies to address physical, cognitive, and psychosocial goals; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed. - Perform routine documentation, progress notes, and outcome measures in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements. - Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, communicate changes in plan of care, and support discharge planning when appropriate. - Provide patient and family education on home exercise programs, safe activity performance, and fall prevention. - Manage a shared schedule across two facilities, with a weekly rotation that supports coverage and continuity of care. Requirements - Active Occupational Therapist license in Washington state. - Minimum 2 years of OT experience; long-term care experience strongly preferred. - Ability to work in a multi-site, shared assignment with a split weekly schedule (3 days at one facility, 2 days at another). - Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills; proficient with standard electronic medical records. - Ability to meet guaranteed hours (35 per week) and adapt to a 5x8 day shift. Benefits and Support - Guaranteed hours: 35 per week - Travel and assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC - 24/7 recruiter and travel support - Extension opportunities based on assignment needs and performance - Onboarding and credentialing assistance to facilitate a smooth start Find more opportunities If you’re exploring other occupational therapy travel openings, apply for additional postings at Healthforce Healthcare LLC's careers site: PAY DISCLAIMER Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process. About Healthforce Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States. 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