Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Petersburg, VA. Provide occupational therapy services to patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities in a hospital setting. Deliver assessments, individualized treatment plans, therapeutic interventions, documentation in the electronic medical record, patient and family education, and participate in interdisciplinary discharge planning and department performance improvement activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE‑approved program or foreign equivalent.
Active Virginia OT license (VA OT lic) required prior to start.
NBCOT certification required.
Minimum of 1 year recent acute care hospital experience and/or inpatient rehabilitation experience required. No new graduates unless candidate has 6 months of recent acute care experience during the first year (preferred wording retained from client).
Current BLS certification required.
Experience treating adult and geriatric populations, including ortho post‑op, ICU, cardiopulmonary, stroke, and med/surg patients preferred.
Ability to participate in performance improvement, team meetings, documentation in EMR, and discharge planning.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a Level III Trauma Center and Stroke Center preferred.
Experience mentoring students and contributing to departmental education and productivity initiatives preferred.

Assignment Details

Shift hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Schedule coverage includes Sunday through Saturday availability as needed; two weekend days per month required.
Work environment: hospital acute care setting with exposure to ICU, trauma, stroke, ortho post‑op, cardiopulmonary, and med/surg patients.
Manager may review profiles and conduct additional interviews.

Apply now and you‘ll be contacted by a recruiter who’ll give you more information!

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits begin on day one of the assignment.

Weekly, on-time pay.
Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
Competitive referral bonuses.
100% paid housing available.
Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Provide comprehensive occupational therapy services as part of an interdisciplinary team. Contribute to clinical excellence through assessment, individualized treatment planning, documentation, patient and family education, discharge planning, and performance improvement activities. Maintain professional licenses and certifications and participate in continuing education. Participate in team functions and support department efficiency and productivity.

Location Highlights

Petersburg, VA offers proximity to regional history and outdoor recreation.

The city is near Historic Petersburg National Battlefield and within a 25–35 minute drive to Richmond, providing access to museums, dining districts, and professional sports. Within about an hour you can reach the James River for kayaking and trails at Pocahontas State Park, offering options for suburban and recreational lifestyles. Commuting to nearby urban centers is feasible via I‑95, and the area provides local parks, cultural landmarks, and historic districts for varied weekend activities.

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.