Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,687 per week

American Traveler; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance from day one

401(k) match

Housing stipend

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Occupational Therapist for an inpatient rehab unit in Brandon, Florida. The assignment runs 13 weeks with 40 hours per week on a day shift, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, working alongside PT and ST staff.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year OT experience, an active Florida OT license, and is available for travel; weekend rotations and housing stipends may be offered.

Qualifications

• Active Florida OT license required.
• Minimum 1 year of OT experience in inpatient rehab preferred.
• Inpatient rehab experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments for rehab patients.
• Collaborate with PT and ST on day shift.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Education

Florida OT License

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Brandon, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/24/2026
• 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 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an inpatient rehab unit, requiring 1+ year of experience and an active Florida OT license.

Details

• Inpatient Rehab Therapy unit in a hospital setting with 24 beds and 17 staff
• Day shift schedule, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
• Patient ratio of approximately 4 to 5 patients per therapist
• Standard inpatient rehab gym equipment used
• Works alongside PT and ST staff on an all-day-shift team
• One weekend rotation per month, with a comp day before and after the weekend

Requirements

• Active Occupational Therapy license in Florida required (if applicable)
• Minimum 1 year of relevant OT experience required
• Inpatient rehab experience preferredAcute care experience a plus
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Provide standard occupational therapy treatments for rehab patients
• Join a highly experienced team known for strong collegial relationships with nursing staff
• Flexible, team-oriented personality preferred
• Expected to work every other weekend and holidays in rotation with facility staff
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-788409. 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 - Rehab

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.

• premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment
• generous 401(k) match
• substantial housing stipends
• additional benefits such as 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.