Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,778 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Highlands, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring Highlands, NC.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active North Carolina Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in acute care and long-term care settings preferred.
• Ability to work with adult and geriatric populations preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with rehabilitation modalities and ADL training preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 08:00-16:30.
• Shift Days: Days.
• Work settings include acute care and long-term care (Eckerd Living Center).

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 impacting others. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting your first day.

• 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

Join as an occupational therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and opportunities for growth. Work in travel contracts that provide full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance while serving diverse patient populations in acute and long-term care settings.

Location Highlights

Highlands, NC sits near national and state outdoor attractions and offers a mountain lifestyle within a short drive of notable landmarks. Highlands is within 30 minutes of the Nantahala National Forest and a short drive to Whiteside Mountain, providing hiking and scenic overlooks. The town is near Lake Glenville for boating and fishing and is approximately 1.5 hours from the Blue Ridge Parkway for extended outdoor recreation. The area offers a quiet, small-town atmosphere with local galleries, dining in a historic downtown district, and seasonal festivals within short walking distances.

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 #446569. 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.