Travel OT Home Health - $2,312 per week
American Traveler · Tampa, FL · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Tampa, Florida.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Occupational TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: 10/05/2026Duration: 20 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelAssignment OverviewShift: Days, 5x8hrsHours: 40 hrs/wkStart Date: Oct 5, 2026Length: 20 weeksOpenings: 1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for a Home Health position requiring 1+ year of home health experience and a valid driver's license for home visits.DetailsHome health setting providing skilled visits to patients covered by Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insuranceDiverse patient population including med/surg, cardiac, ortho, hips/knees/shoulders, post-surgical, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, CVA, falls, weakness, Parkinson's, failure to thrive, respiratory, neuro, trachs, trauma, and amputee (AKA/BKA) patientsDay shift schedule, 5x8 hours (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)6-8 home visits per day with a minimum of 6 points per day1-2 weekends required per contractSelf-scheduled visits and hours based on office needsUses BayCare Forms, BayCare Scheduling, and Ace Timesheet documentation systemsProvided with laptop, MiFi for internet access, and portable printerRequirementsActive FL or Compact OT license required (if applicable)Minimum 1 year of experience required; 2 years preferredMust be an independent practitionerBLS certification requiredOASIS training and LSVT certification preferredHome health experience requiredValid driver's license and personal vehicle required for home visitsCerner charting experience preferredCOVID vaccination or exemption documentation requiredFlu shot or declination required; mandatory mask wearing if declinedAdditional InformationProvide occupational therapy services including ADLs, adaptive equipment training, home assessments, pre-discharge planning, and wheelchair evaluationsPerform standardized assessments including cognitive assessment, FIM, and functional capacity evaluationTreat conditions including CVA, amputee, arthritis, dementia, hand injuries, multiple sclerosis, nerve injuries, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injuryUtilize modalities including electrical stimulation, myofascial release, lymphedema management, and burn/wound managementAny solid color scrubs accepted as dress codeCandidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rateFormer BayCare employees must wait at least 12 months before returning as a travelerRTO is not accommodated for standard travel contract submissionsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-753169. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Home HealthAbout American TravelerWith 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.