Travel Occupational Therapist

Travel Occupational Therapy in Hattiesburg, MS

This travel Occupational Therapist job in Hattiesburg, MS with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel Occupational Therapist contract at Forrest General Hospital. This role pays $2,443 per week and follows a Days shift with a 5x8 schedule. In this travel Occupational Therapist job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1. Start your application today to learn more about this travel Occupational Therapist job in Hattiesburg, MS and other assignments available nationwide.

Job Details

• Facility: Forrest General Hospital
• Location: Hattiesburg, MS 39401
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Days (5x8)
• Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
• Setting: Contact for details
• EMR System: Epic

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional, cognitive, and daily-living needs and establish individualized treatment plans and goals
• Deliver occupation-based interventions that rebuild independence in self-care, home, and daily activities
• Recommend and train patients on adaptive equipment, energy-conservation techniques, and home and activity modifications
• Reassess progress and adjust each plan of care as patients advance, directing and collaborating with Occupational Therapy Assistants and the interdisciplinary team

Travel Occupational Therapy Requirements:

• 2+ years of recent Occupational Therapy experience.
• Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Mississippi and national regulatory bodies.

Benefits

• Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
• Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
• Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
• Weekly Direct Deposit
• $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Resources for this Occupational Therapy job in Hattiesburg

• Understand requirements and fees with our OT license guide.
• Explore occupational therapist salary details for travel assignments.
• Stay current with OT continuing education requirements and options.

Explore Hattiesburg, MS

Mississippi offers therapy travelers a mix of specialized rehabilitation and communities with deeply rooted cultural identities. Jackson's recovery resources include inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient programs for orthopedic and neurological conditions, giving the capital a substantial role in this part of the state's healthcare. Away from the medical district, Mississippi invites exploration through music, books, and food. The Delta is central to blues history, Oxford has a lively literary and university scene, and the coast brings seafood and waterside towns. The Natchez Trace offers a scenic route through parts of the state, while historic river communities have stories of their own. Spring and autumn suit longer outings, with museums, local restaurants, and live performances providing reasons to explore during warmer months too.

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