Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Overview
Occupational Therapist – Acute Care, Tacoma, WA, United States. This travel temporary assignment begins on 12/01/2026 for 13 weeks in a skilled nursing facility. Weekly pay ranges from $2,206 to $2,371 per week with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. Shift is 5x8 days, with an 8:00 am–4:30 pm schedule.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,206-$2,371 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 8:00 am–4:30 pm
- Start date: 12/01/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (travel assignment)

Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive OT evaluations for residents with acute care needs in a skilled nursing setting.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve activities of daily living, mobility, and functional outcomes.
- Deliver therapy interventions, including therapeutic activities and therapeutic exercises, aligned with short- and long-term goals.
- Document progress notes, goals, and outcomes in resident charts per regulatory and facility requirements.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, PT, SLP, social work) to coordinate care and plan.discharge.
- Educate residents and families on home exercise programs, safety, and self-management strategies; participate in discharge planning and transitions of care.

Requirements
- Occupational Therapist license in Washington state (or eligible for licensure/endorsement)
- Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
- Relevant experience in acute care or skilled nursing settings is preferred
- Ability to work effectively in a skilled nursing facility environment
- Strong documentation, communication, and team collaboration skills

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- 13-week contract for travel assignment
- Travel assignment with ongoing assignment support
- Location: Tacoma, Washington
- Practice in an acute care-focused SNF environment with multidisciplinary collaboration

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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.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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