Travel Outpatient Occupational Therapist - Lymphedema - $2,766 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Fayetteville, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Occupational Therapist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 24 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 10 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 4x10hrs Hours: 40 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 14, 2026 Length: 24 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an Outpatient Occupational Therapist with 1 year experience and an in-hand Lymphedema Certification for a hospital-based outpatient rehab department. Details Hospital-based outpatient rehabilitation department specializing in lymphedema care Work alongside OTs/OTAs, PT/PTAs, and SLPs along with a wound care clinic, compression fitters, and lymphedema vendors Patient population ranges from young/middle adults to geriatrics with a mix of diagnoses including lymphedema Day shift schedule, posted as 4x10s with 5x8s also available No weekend or call requirements May float within facility and scope of practice to an acute care inpatient facility as needed Epic EMR experience required Requirements Minimum 1 year of experience required Lymphedema Certification required in-hand at time of consideration NBCOT certification required State OT license required if applicable BLS certification required Community hospital experience preferred Experience with lymphedema management and splinting preferred Patient ratio experience of 1:5 Additional Information First-time travelers will be considered for this role Responsibilities include assessment, evaluation, plan of care, reassessments, and discharge planning Skills include lifting and transfer, patient/family education, safety and injury prevention, and splinting Experience with orthopedic conditions such as hip fracture, total hip/knee replacement, and soft tissue injuries preferred Experience with adaptive equipment assessment, amputee care, arthritis, and neurological disorders preferred Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, which must be finalized at time of consideration No RTO can be requested during orientation week If one or two major holidays fall during the assignment, coverage is required with no holiday RTO available If three major holidays fall during the assignment, coverage of two is required with one holiday RTO request possibly considered Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, and New Year's Eve/Day Local candidates accepted at the same rate Full compliance required to start on time American Traveler Job ID P-677929. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Outpatient 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.