Travel Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab - $2,886 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• 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: Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist with inpatient rehab experience and Epic proficiency for a full-time, Monday–Friday day shift position at a Level 1 Trauma facility in Urbana, IL.

Details

• Inpatient rehabilitation therapy unit at a Level 1 Trauma hospital in Urbana, IL
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM day shift schedule
• 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day
• No weekend or holiday shifts required
• No floating requirements
• Epic EMR — experience required
• Candidate selection involves a leader interview with the facility

Requirements

• Active Illinois OT license required (license required if applicable)
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required
• Current BLS (CPR) certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant OT experience
• Epic EMR experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Evaluate and treat patients of all ages, developing individualized plans of care that integrate goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge planning
• Perform patient examinations using reliable and valid methods relevant to the chief complaint and patient history
• Utilize standardized outcomes measures to accurately reflect functional performance
• Educate patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare providers using effective teaching methods
• Provide supervision to COTAs and rehabilitation technicians in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Communicate patient status, activity and transfer recommendations, and discharge disposition with the broader medical team
• Document evaluations, plans of care, and treatment modifications per department and regulatory standards
• RTO not to exceed 7 days per 13-week contract
• Contingent workers may not remain on continuous assignment at this health system for more than 1 year; a 6-month break in service is required before returning to any location within the system

American Traveler Job ID #P-713090. 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.