Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT with Jackson Therapy Partners. We're seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a brand-new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Florida Occupational Therapy license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Minimum of 1 year of recent outpatient orthopedic and hand therapy experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience making custom hand splints and managing a full hand caseload is required.
• Proficiency with outpatient documentation, goal writing, and letters of medical necessity in compliance with payer and clinic guidelines.
• Ability to evaluate patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and provide discipline-specific direction and delegation.
• Ability to participate in student supervision and contribute to clinical education preferred.

Apply now and you'll be contacted by a recruiter who'll give you more information!

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient.
• Duration: 13 Week assignment.
• Shift Pattern: 5x8 schedule.
• Weekly Schedule: Monday 8:00 AM-7:00 PM; Tuesday 8:00 AM-12:00 AM (12 PM or 12-hour end as listed); Wednesday 8:00 AM-7:00 PM; Thursday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.
• Patient Population: Outpatient orthopedic and hand therapy; full hand caseload required.
• Clinical Requirements: Must be comfortable making splints and managing hand-specific interventions.

Location Highlights

New Port Richey offers coastal and suburban lifestyle options with nearby outdoor recreation and cultural attractions. The city sits on the Gulf Coast of Florida and is approximately 10-20 minutes from Gulf beaches such as Gulf Harbors and Sunset Beach. The area is within a 30-45 minute drive to Anclote River Park and Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park, offering boating, fishing, and coastal trail access. The region provides easy access to downtown Tampa (about 30-40 miles east) for urban dining, professional sports and cultural venues. Commuting is generally suburban with regional highways and local transit options connecting to neighboring Pasco County communities. The area fits a relaxed coastal lifestyle with opportunities for water-based recreation and weekend trips to state parks and larger metropolitan amenities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers


We value your commitment to impacting others. You will find a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide


Join Jackson Therapy Partners as an occupational therapist and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app - designed for therapy professionals like you.

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.