Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist - $2,013 per week

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

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 Occupational Therapist. 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 daily living skills while exploring a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Tennessee Occupational Therapy license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience with ADL retraining, transfers, and use of durable medical equipment preferred.
• Client requires competency with documentation in electronic medical records preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with patients and families.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.

Location Highlights

Ducktown, TN offers access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions within a short drive. The town sits near the Cherokee National Forest and is approximately 30–40 minutes from the Ocoee River, known for whitewater rafting and outdoor adventure. The Chattanooga metropolitan area is about a 1-hour drive and provides urban amenities, cultural attractions such as the Tennessee Aquarium, and regional airport access. Local lifestyle is rural and outdoors-oriented with opportunities for hiking, fishing, and scenic drives along nearby state routes.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting day one.

• Weekly pay and payroll support.
• Medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Referral bonuses and travel and license reimbursement options.
• 100% paid housing available for eligible travelers.

Impacting Patient Care

Join a team as an occupational therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. A recruiter will contact qualified applicants with additional information.

EEO Statement

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #440229. 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.

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