Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,566 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Macomb, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• 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: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist with 1+ year of experience for an acute care rehab services position requiring Cerner EMR experience and IL licensure.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting covering inpatient, swing-bed, assisted living, and outpatient services
• Caseload breakdown is approximately 40% acute, 40% outpatient, 10% swing-bed, and 10% assisted living (all variable based on census)
• Diverse patient population including general medical, CVA, hip fractures, post-op THR/TKR, adhesive capsulitis, tendon injuries, UE fractures, carpal/cubital tunnel, developmental delay, autism, sensory issues, and various syndromes
• Pediatric cases are treated in the outpatient setting
• Daily patient volume is highly variable based on census and scheduled hours
• Day shift position with flexible scheduling of 5x8-hour or 4x10-hour shifts, or a combination of both
• 13-week contract
• Charting performed in Cerner EMR
• No current weekend or holiday requirements

Requirements

• Current, active OT license; IL licensure required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of OT experience
• Generalist evaluation and treatment skills required to cover a broad range of patient diagnoses and care settings
• Current BLS certification required

Additional Information

• Provide evaluation and treatment services across inpatient, swing-bed, assisted living, and outpatient settings
• Supported by 2 COTAs on the rehab team
• Patient scheduling is coordinated by a department secretary based on clinical need identified by the therapist
• Department-specific orientation provided
• Required dress code is black scrubs or a black collared shirt with khaki pants

American Traveler Job ID #P-709017. 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.