Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Confidential
Carbondale, IL

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a new location in Carbondale, IL.


Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
  • Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license required to start the assignment.
  • BLS Certification from AHA or ARC required.
  • Experience in inpatient hospital settings preferred.
  • Must be able to float between hospitals within the regional system as needed.
  • Client-specific certifications may be required depending on unit assignment. Preferred: NIHSS. Required certifications for certain emergency, ICU, PCU, acute rehab, and medical units include combinations of BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, and NIHSS. Candidates should be prepared to meet unit-specific credentialing prior to start.

Apply now and a recruiter will contact you with more information.


Assignment Details

  • Facility Type: Hospital
  • Shift Days: Monday - Friday
  • Shift Name: Other
  • Floating: Candidate will float between regional hospitals as needed.


Location Highlights

Carbondale offers access to outdoor recreation and a regional university atmosphere. Southern Illinois University is in town, providing cultural events, museums, and collegiate sports within a short drive of downtown. The city is approximately 20 miles from Giant City State Park and about 60 miles to Shawnee National Forest, offering hiking, rock formations, and camping for an adventurous lifestyle. Carbondale sits along regional transit routes with access to I-57, providing drives under two hours to the St. Louis metro area and under three hours to southern Illinois recreation corridors. The area suits clinicians who prefer a mix of suburban and outdoor lifestyles with local dining, community festivals, and access to rivers and lakes for weekend activities.


Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to impacting others. A recruiter will review available benefit details with you during the application process.


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


Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as an occupational therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by career tools for therapy professionals.


EEO Statement

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.

Posted 2026-06-09

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