Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,050 per week

Cross Country Allied; Zachary (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for an inpatient role in Zachary, Louisiana. The position requires working in a medical facility with 8-hour day shifts, minimum 40 hours per week, and a 13-week assignment starting 10/19/2026.

Patients include adults and geriatrics in MS and ARU units. Louisiana OT license and degree in OT are required, with strong emphasis on teamwork and communication. Travel, housing, and benefits are provided where applicable.

Qualifications

• Louisiana OT license must be active.
• Degree in occupational therapy required.
• Willingness to split time between MS and ARU units.
• Experience with adult and geriatric populations.
• Effective communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services in inpatient settings (MS and ARU).
• Work 40 hours per week, 8-hour day shifts.
• Collaborate with medical staff to develop and implement patient care plans.

Skills

Occupational Therapist

Effective communication

Team oriented

Education

Louisiana OT license

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Zachary, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Zachary, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Occupational Therapist (OT) Inpatient (IP) - Zachary, Louisiana. This position involves providing occupational therapy services within the inpatient setting at a medical facility located in Louisiana's Capital Region. The role offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant community with access to local history, music, and nearby cities like Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and New Orleans for leisure during days off.

Job Details

• Schedule: Days, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Louisiana Occupational Therapist (OT) license, degree in occupational therapy, willingness to split time between medical surgical (MS) and acute rehabilitation unit (ARU) units, experience with adult and geriatric patient populations, and effective communication skills.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), orthopedics, cardiac patients, and personality fit for a team-oriented environment.
• Additional Information: The position may require working in both medical surgical and acute rehabilitation units; flexible schedule to accommodate patient needs; and compliance with facility dress code including black scrubs, no blue jeans, spandex, open toe shoes or hoodies.

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1319797. 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: OT - OT IP Occupational Therapist Inpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most - your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we're here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands‑on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn't just work. It's your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus