Travel Occupational Therapist, Acute Care Hospital - $2,406 per week (Hiring Immediately)

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• 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: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist for an acute care hospital position at a large Level I trauma teaching facility, requiring at least 1 year of experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Primary inpatient acute care setting within a large short-term acute care hospital (1,259 staffed beds)
• Level I trauma, academic teaching hospital
• Patient populations include cardiopulmonary, neurological, orthopedic, medicine, trauma, surgical, and oncology
• Utilizes SPH equipment, vital carts, iPad interpreter, and ADL supplies
• Charting performed in Epic
• Day shift, Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts (0700–1530, with flexibility to start as late as 0800)
• One weekend (Saturday and Sunday) required per 4-week period, with a corresponding weekday off that week
• No on-call requirement
• Clinician may float to any therapy service line within scope to meet facility needs; no floating to sister facilities required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Current, active OT license required at time of consideration; MO State License required; IL candidates may be considered with a pending IL license (must be noted)
• Minimum 1 year of OT experience required
• Acute care experience required; Level I trauma hospital experience preferred
• Current BLS certification required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with a variety of patient populations
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Establish individualized treatment plans that account for discharge needs, expected functional status, and appropriate equipment and supplies
• Educate and collaborate with patients, families, and the broader healthcare team, including making referrals to specialists as appropriate
• Delegate to OT assistants and techs through written and verbal communication, matching interventions to appropriate skill levels
• Complete documentation in accordance with departmental policies
• Black or gray scrubs required
• Monthly parking passes are available at various locations and price points; parking information is provided during orientation
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Former permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any facility in this health system as a traveler
• Allied travelers may work at this health system for up to 12 months, after which a 6-month break in service is required

American Traveler Job ID #P-720724. 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.