Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care - $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 hiring a travel Occupational Therapist for an acute care hospital setting in Urbana, IL, requiring Epic EMR experience and Level 1 Trauma background.

Details

• Full-time acute care hospital setting in Urbana, IL
• Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM day shift schedule
• 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day
• One weekend shift required per month
• No holiday shifts required
• No floating requirements
• Epic EMR is required

Requirements

• Active Illinois OT license required; temp license accepted if applicable
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant OT experience
• Epic EMR experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required

Additional Information

• Evaluates and treats patients of all ages across a broad range of conditions
• Designs and adjusts individualized plans of care incorporating goals, interventions, outcomes, and discharge planning
• Performs patient screenings and examinations using reliable, evidence-based methods
• Utilizes standardized outcomes measures to accurately reflect functional patient performance
• Provides education and training to patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare providers
• Supervises COTAs and rehabilitation technicians in accordance with regulatory guidelines
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary medical team to communicate patient status, transfer recommendations, and discharge disposition
• Candidates must live more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract
• Candidates who have previously worked at a Carle Health location may not exceed 1 continuous year on assignment and must take a 6-month break in service before returning
• Leader interview is part of the candidate selection process

American Traveler Job ID #P-712744. 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 - Acute Care Hospital

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.