Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Leitchfield, KY

Occupational Therapist
Location: Leitchfield, KY
Agency: Jackson Therapy Partners
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We’re hiring a licensed Occupational Therapist for a full-time role with one of our trusted clients in Leitchfield, KY. Your skills will support pediatric through early-adult patients in an outpatient setting. Apply now and we will connect you with a recruiter who can guide you through next steps.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Kentucky Occupational Therapy license required to start the position.
• BLS certification may be required from AHA or ARC.
• Experience working with pediatric populations preferred. Candidates should be comfortable treating infants, children, and early adults.
• Comfort working with diverse behavioral presentations. Candidate must be child-friendly and able to collaborate with ABA, SLP, and mental health teams.

Benefits

• Health insurance with plan options.
• Dental insurance.
• Retirement plan with employer match (25%).
• PTO
• Sign-on bonus and relocation bonus available

Location Highlights

Leitchfield, KY offers a rural community with outdoor recreation and small-town amenities. The area provides access to Nolin Lake for boating and fishing, nearby state parks for hiking, and local events that showcase community culture. Owensboro and other regional towns are within driving distance for additional dining, entertainment, and services. Clinicians often appreciate the lower cost of living and close-knit community atmosphere.

Position Details

• Facility type: Outpatient pediatric-focused clinic supporting ABA, SLP, OT, and mental health services.
• Caseload: Primarily 1:1 therapy. Some group therapy may occur.
• EMR: Fusion.
• Team expectations: collaborative team player, ethical practice, effective communicator, and comfortable with varied pediatric behaviors. Extroverted clinicians who engage well with children are preferred.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for occupational therapists including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Thanks to nationwide partnerships with clients from every setting, we help therapy professionals find the appropriate job including benefits, relocation assistance, and sign-on bonuses - all at no cost to you. Discover your match using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.