Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care - $2,446 per week

American Traveler; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler seeks a Travel Occupational Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital assignment in Portland, Oregon. The role involves floating between units, 40 hours per week, with 8-hour day shifts (7:00 AM–3:00 PM) over a 13-week contract.

Required are an active OT license (compact allowed), NBCOT, BLS, and at least 1 year of inpatient acute care experience; Epic EMR experience is required. Trauma experience is a plus. Housing stipends and travel benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Current, active Occupational Therapist license (license required if applicable).
• Compact license must be in hand at time of submission.
• Minimum 1 year of inpatient experience required.
• Inpatient acute care hospital experience required.
• BLS certification required.
• NBCOT certification required.
• Epic EMR experience required.
• Trauma Level I and II experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessment, evaluation and plan of care.
• Discharge planning and follow-up recommendations.
• Provide home exercise programs and patient/family education.
• Safety guidance and injury prevention counseling.
• Perform lifting and transfer duties as needed.

Skills

Active OT license

NBCOT certification

BLS certification

Epic EMR experience

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Portland, Oregon.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• 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 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital setting, requiring at least 1 year of inpatient acute care experience and BLS/NBCOT certification.

Details

• Acute Care Hospital setting within a short-term acute care, teaching hospital with 536 total staff beds
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Position floats between units
• Weekend work required on a fluctuating basis (2-4 per month)
• Block schedule required
• Epic charting system used

Requirements

• Current, active Occupational Therapist license (license required if applicable)
• Compact license must be in hand at time of submission
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• Inpatient acute care hospital experience required
• BLS certification required
• NBCOT certification required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Trauma Level I and II experience preferred

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include assessment, evaluation, plan of care, reassessments, and discharge planning
• Provide home exercise programs, patient/family education, and safety and injury prevention guidance
• Perform lifting and transfer duties as needed
• Scrubs of any color accepted; OR/Cath Lab scrubs provided by facility
• No parking fee at this facility
• Travelers may be expected to float between sister facilities nearby the contracted facility
• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted upfront during the application process
• Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate within a 50-mile radius
• Former employees may return after a 3-month waiting period
• 2 supervisory references required, covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-771447. 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 - Acute Care Hospital

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.