Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care - $2,533 per week

Position Overview

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a skilled and compassionate Hand Therapist (Occupational Therapist) for a travel assignment in Walla Walla, Washington. This role specializes in the evaluation and treatment of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity, with a focus on orthopedic rehabilitation to help patients regain function, mobility, and independence.

Assignment details: Start Date: 10/19/2026; Duration: 13 weeks; 40 hours per week (8‑hour day shifts); Employment Type: Travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with upper extremity conditions, including post‑surgical cases, fractures, tendon injuries, nerve injuries, and chronic conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on physician referrals and clinical findings.
• Fabricate and fit custom orthoses/splints for various diagnoses.
• Provide manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and modalities to improve function and reduce pain.
• Educate patients on injury prevention, home exercise programs, and recovery expectations.
• Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in the state of practice.
• Certification as a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred (or eligibility/interest in obtaining).
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in hand therapy or an outpatient orthopedic setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of upper extremity anatomy, biomechanics, and rehabilitation techniques.
• Experience with splint fabrication highly preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent manual therapy and clinical reasoning skills.
• Strong communication and patient‑education abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience in outpatient or clinic‑based settings.

Work Setting

Outpatient clinic or hospital‑based therapy department serving post‑operative, orthopedic, and neurological upper extremity patients.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly or weekly pay (travel or local).
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) options.
• Travel stipends (if applicable).
• Continuing education support.

Why Join Us

• Work alongside experienced clinicians in a specialized therapy setting.
• Opportunity to develop advanced skills in upper extremity rehabilitation.
• Supportive, team‑oriented environment focused on patient outcomes.