Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Overview
The Occupational Therapist, Acute Care, in Bowie, Maryland, is a travel assignment starting 08/31/2026 for 19 weeks. The position offers a weekly pay range of $1,920 to $2,052 with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. Shift is five 8-hour days (08:00–16:30). The role is in a skilled nursing facility setting with an emphasis on acute care needs, through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,920–$2,052 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 19 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, typically 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 08/31/2026
- Setting: Skilled nursing facility with acute care focus

Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations for residents with acute care needs and functional challenges
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans to improve activities of daily living, mobility, and cognition
- Deliver direct patient care and document progress in the facility’s record system
- Reassess goals regularly and adjust plans to maximize independence and safe transitions
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, therapy colleagues, social work) to coordinate care and discharge planning
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and facility policies, with a focus on patient safety and quality of care

Requirements
- Active Occupational Therapist license in Maryland or eligibility for licensure
- Experience in acute care or skilled nursing settings preferred
- Ability to commit to a 19-week travel assignment with guaranteed hours
- Strong communication, documentation, and collaborative skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours for the assignment
- Competitive weekly pay
- Travel coordination and assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Dedicated recruiter and ongoing travel support
- Assignment-specific credentialing assistance and guidance
- Professional support throughout the assignment

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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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