Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,282 per week

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and manage a caseload of patients independently.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) to improve functional independence.
• Provide occupational therapy services to acute‑care patient populations, including cardiac, general cardiovascular, orthopedic/joint, trauma, and stroke patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and support the teaching of students in a teaching facility.
• Maintain documentation and adhere to departmental schedules and protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active state occupational therapy license (current Alabama license required to start the assignment).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification may be required (AHA or ARC).
• At least one year of experience in acute care settings.
• Ability to evaluate, treat, and manage a caseload independently.
• Experience with acute‑care patient populations: cardiac, general cardiovascular, orthopedic/joint, trauma, and stroke.
• Willingness to assist patients with ADLs.
• Comfort working with students in a teaching facility.

Benefits

• Weekly, on‑time pay starting day one.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing.
• Travel and license reimbursement.
• Comprehensive benefits package beginning on the first day.

Pay

Pay package is based on 8‑hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• Typical shift: 08:00 – 16:30, based on departmental needs.
• Occasional weekend rotation as required.
• No on‑call duties.
• No floating between facilities.

Location Highlights

Montgomery, Alabama offers major historical landmarks, a walkable downtown with restaurants, entertainment venues, and riverfront access. Attractions include the Civil Rights Memorial, the Legacy Museum, Riverfront Park along the Alabama River, and Blount Cultural Park with the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and extensive green space. Chewacla State Park is about 55 miles away, and Birmingham is roughly 90 miles north for additional dining, sports, and airport access.