Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,125 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners; Passaic (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly, on-time pay

Full medical benefits

401(k) matching plan

24/7 recruiter support

100% paid housing

Travel and license reimbursement

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a position in Passaic, New Jersey. This role involves providing rehabilitative care to patients in a skilled nursing facility while ensuring compliance with state regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold an advanced degree in Occupational Therapy and possess an active New Jersey license. Benefits include full medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and more. This opportunity allows you to impact patient care significantly in a dynamic urban setting.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Occupational Therapy license required.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a rehabilitative setting.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient-centered plans.
• Maintain documentation and apply evidence-based interventions.

Skills

Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings

Documentation and electronic medical record experience

ADL training and adaptive equipment recommendations

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Passaic, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients in a skilled nursing facility in Passaic, NJ regain or improve their daily skills following injury, illness, or disability. This opportunity provides direct patient care in a rehabilitative setting while offering experience in a community near urban and regional amenities.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active New Jersey Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.
• Documentation and electronic medical record experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with ADL training, adaptive equipment recommendations, and discharge planning preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 08:30-16:30.
• Workweek: 5 shifts per week, 8 hours per shift.

Benefits

We value your time and commitment. Benefits begin on day one and support your professional and personal needs.

• Weekly, on‑time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Provide rehabilitative occupational therapy services in a skilled nursing environment. Contribute to patient‑centered plans of care, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and support functional outcomes for residents. Maintain documentation, participate in care conferences, and apply evidence‑based interventions for ADLs and adaptive needs.

Location Highlights

Passaic, NJ offers convenient access to urban and outdoor recreation. Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park is within a short drive and offers waterfall views and trails, and New York City is approximately 20 miles away with multiple transit options including NJ Transit and PATH service. The area provides suburban neighborhoods, local dining in downtown Passaic and nearby Clifton, and proximity to state parks such as Garret Mountain Reservation within a 15‑to‑25‑minute commute.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #445521. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.