Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,466 per week in Rockford, IL

Occupational Therapist

Location: Rockford, IL

Agency: Towne U.S. LLC

Pay: $2,466 per week

Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Start Date: 10/5/2026

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Towne U.S. LLC to find a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) in Rockford, Illinois, 61103!

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) 

We are  seeking a skilled and compassionate  Occupational Therapist (OT)to join a collaborative therapy team within a skilled nursing facility setting. This position focuses on providing high-quality rehabilitation services to a primarily geriatric population, including short-term rehab patients and long-term care residents.  

The OT will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions designed to restore functional independence, improve safety, and enhance overall quality of life. This role requires strong clinical judgment, efficiency, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, productivity-driven environment.  

Key Responsibilities:  

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and  establish individualized plans of care  

• Provide skilled treatment targeting ADLs, functional mobility, strength, balance, cognition, and safety awareness  

• Implement fall prevention strategies and environmental modifications  

• Recommend and train residents in adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques  

• Complete  accurate and  timely documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, recerts, and discharge summaries  

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including PT, SLP, nursing, and case management  

• Supervise and direct COTAs  in accordance with state practice guidelines  

• Maintain productivity standards while ensuring patient-centered care  

Ideal Candidate:  

• Active OT license in practicing state  

• SNF or geriatric experience preferred  

• Strong clinical reasoning and time management skills  

• Comfortable managing both short-term rehab and long-term care caseloads  

This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who is passionate about geriatric rehabilitation and committed to driving meaningful functional outcomes in a team-oriented environment.  

About Towne U.S. LLC

Towne U.S. is a proud member of the Towne Family of Companies, which has been building community and opportunity since 1991. Born from a commitment to people-first values, Towne U.S. extends the Towne legacy into the world of healthcare staffing—specializing in placing travel physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and allied professionals across the United States.

With a foundation rooted in over three decades of operational excellence and service, Towne U.S. brings a uniquely personal approach to travel healthcare. Each provider is supported by a dedicated Journey Advisor, ensuring transparency, trust, and tailored guidance throughout every assignment.

Our mission is simple: connect passionate professionals with life-changing opportunities—while being radically transparent every step of the way. As part of the Towne Family, we inherit a deep tradition of integrity, compassion, and operational excellence, and we strive to embody those values in everything we do.

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