Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We're seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Texas Occupational Therapist license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in Skilled Nursing Facility or Long-Term Care settings preferred. Candidate must be comfortable treating both skilled nursing and Part B outpatient therapy populations.
• Productivity target of 90% is required by the client.
• Ability to manage a caseload averaging 8-12 residents per day as typical for this role.
• Willingness to wear navy blue scrubs while on assignment.
• New graduates will be considered if eager to learn; preferred that new grads have SNF experience during Level II Fieldwork.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: 5 x 8s.
• Typical caseload: approximately 8-12 residents per day.
• Productivity expectation: 90%.

Location Highlights

Abilene, TX offers a blend of cultural and outdoor options within short drives. The Abilene Cultural District features the Grace Museum and National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature, both within the downtown area and minutes from local dining and entertainment. Abilene is about 90 miles from Wichita Falls and 150 miles from Fort Worth, offering access to larger urban centers within a 2-3 hour drive for weekend excursions. Lake Fort Phantom Hill is roughly 10-15 minutes from central Abilene for boating and fishing, while nearby Abilene State Park is about a 25-minute drive and provides hiking and birding opportunities. The city supports a suburban lifestyle with a calm pace, community events, and regional transit options including local bus service and easy highway access via I-20 for regional travel.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide additional information.

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.