Travel Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation - $2,166 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Wichita, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist for a 13-week inpatient rehabilitation assignment in Wichita, KS, requiring a minimum of 6 months of recent acute care OT experience and an active KS license.

Details

• Inpatient rehabilitation facility with 41 beds located near the main campus in Wichita, KS
• Occupational Therapy department with an estimated 15–20 therapy staff daily across PT, OT, and SLP disciplines
• Day shift, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Every other weekend is required
• Patient load of up to 6 treatment hours per 8-hour shift
• Patients have a 3-hour therapy requirement per day in inpatient rehab
• Equipment used includes ESTIM, patient lifts, ADL equipment, gym equipment, and IADL tools including a full IADL kitchen
• EMR: Meditech

Requirements

• Active KS OT license required if applicable
• Minimum 6 months of current acute care OT experience required
• Must have had active OT practice within the last 6 months
• Minimum 2 years of overall clinical experience
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; no local candidates will be considered

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include evaluation and treatment, ADLs, and IADLs
• Clinicians are responsible for tracking patient treatment time and charges to ensure each patient meets the required 3-hour daily therapy requirement
• Experience in an acute inpatient rehabilitation setting is preferred
• Lymphedema certification is a plus
• Neuro certification or experience is a plus
• Brand new state-of-the-art facility featuring the Vector unweighted system and a full IADL kitchen
• Ideal candidate is a team player who is flexible with start/stop treatment times and comfortable with rotating weekends
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

American Traveler Job ID #P-719536. 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 - Rehab

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.