Travel Long Term Care Occupational Therapist - $2,467 per week

American Traveler; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a Long Term Care position in Missouri. This 13-week assignment offers 40 hours per week with dayshift opportunities.

Prior LTC or SNF experience and an active OT license are required, with new grads considered if Level II fieldwork is completed. The role involves evaluating patients, providing rehabilitative treatment, documentation, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Active OT license required.
• Minimum 1 year OT experience.
• LTC or SNF setting experience required.
• New grads may apply if Level II fieldwork completed.
• Resume and skills checklist within 1 year required.
• 1 reference required at submission.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients with cognitive and/or ADL disorders and develop plans of care.
• Provide rehabilitative and medically necessary treatment interventions including ADL retraining and therapeutic activities.
• Use standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to guide interventions.
• Assess progress, adjust treatment plans, and evaluate outcomes.
• Provide consultation to patients, families, caregivers and other providers.
• Communicate with supervisors and healthcare team regarding patient progress and plans.
• Provide discharge summaries and maintain accurate documentation in the electronic system.
• Participate in patient care conferences and rehabilitation meetings.
• Supervise OT aides and students; adhere to NBCOT and state acts.

Skills

Professional communication

Therapy knowledge

OT skills

Education

OT degree

Tools

NBCOT

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Oregon, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Oregon, Missouri.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• 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: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for a Long Term Care position, requiring 1+ years of experience and prior LTC or rehab setting experience.

Details

• Long Term Care facility setting
• Occupational Therapy unit
• Day shift, 8-hour shifts
• No weekend requirements
• No on-call requirements
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Active OT license required (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 1 year of OT experience required
• LTC or SNF setting experience required
• New grads considered if they completed Level II fieldwork experience (Level I observation alone not accepted)
• Resume required for consideration
• Skills checklist within 1 year required
• 1 reference required at time of submission

Additional Information

• Screen and evaluate patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders and develop appropriate plans of care
• Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, exercises, and modalities
• Use standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to guide clinical interventions
• Assess patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and evaluate treatment outcomes
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other providers
• Communicate with supervisors and healthcare team regarding patient progress and treatment plans
• Provide comprehensive discharge summaries and maintain accurate documentation in the electronic system
• Participate in required meetings such as patient care conferences, utilization review, and rehabilitation meetings
• Participate in facility and company required trainings and in-services
• Supervise and support occupational therapy assistants, rehabilitation aides, and/or students
• Adhere to NBCOT and state practice acts, codes of conduct, and ethics standards
• No more than 7 days of RTO may be requested

American Traveler Job ID #P-779620. 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 - Skilled Nursing Facility

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.