Travel Occupational Therapist General Job

Overview
Occupational Therapist — General, located in Canaan, Connecticut. This travel assignment begins on 12/01/2026 for 13 weeks in a long-term care nursing home setting. Weekly pay is $2,130 to $2,260, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. The schedule is 5x8 days, with shifts from 08:00 to 16:30. This role is a temporary travel assignment managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,130–$2,260 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 12/01/2026
- Setting: Long-term care nursing home

Responsibilities
- Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for residents
- Provide and supervise OT services to improve activities of daily living, mobility, and cognition as appropriate
- Implement therapy sessions, monitor progress, and adjust plans based on resident response
- Document progress in the resident’s medical record and communicate findings with the interdisciplinary team
- Educate residents and families on therapy goals, home exercise programs, and safety strategies
- Ensure care is delivered in compliance with applicable regulations and facility policies

Requirements
- Active Occupational Therapist license in Connecticut
- Degree from an accredited OT program
- Experience in geriatric or long-term care settings preferred
- Ability to work a 5x8 day schedule and participate in travel-based assignments
- Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and 24/7 travel support
- Assignment onboarding and ongoing support throughout the assignment
- Assistance with credentialing and administrative processes
- Access to resources and guidance from a clinical-support team during 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.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.