Travel Skilled Nursing Occupational Therapist - $2,116 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Jacksonville, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT with Jackson Therapy Partners. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients in a skilled nursing facility with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Illinois Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Prior experience providing restorative care, ADL training, and cognitive or upper-extremity rehabilitation preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with documentation in electronic medical records preferred.
• Familiarity with Medicare and long-term care reimbursement and documentation preferred.
• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 08:30-16:30.
• Work pattern: Five 8-hour shifts per week.
• Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week.

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

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package beginning on day one.

• 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

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as an occupational therapist and provide care in skilled nursing settings. Maintain continuity of care while gaining experience across diverse patient populations. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by tools designed for therapy professionals.

Location Highlights

Jacksonville, IL offers access to regional parks and riverfront recreation within short drives. Downtown Jacksonville is minutes from the Illinois River waterfront and Thousand Acres Lake, providing boating and fishing opportunities within a 30-minute drive. The area features historic districts and local festivals, with convenient access to I-72 for regional commuting and proximity to outdoor recreation at local state parks for a suburban, quiet lifestyle.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #446721. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.