Travel Occupational Therapist, Acute Care Hospital - $2,326 per week

American Traveler; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Substantial housing stipends

24/7 support from in-house clinicians

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Lafayette, Indiana. This role requires at least one year of acute care hospital experience and necessitates an active Indiana OT license and NBCOT certification.

You will be part of an interdisciplinary rehab team, focusing on high-acuity patient care. This role offers valuable experience for those looking to expand their travel career with exceptional benefits, including medical insurance and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of OT experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• Active Indiana OT license or Compact license required.
• NBCOT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, developing and implementing plans of care.
• Assess and document discharge disposition recommendations daily.
• Coordinate with an interdisciplinary rehab team.

Skills

Acute care experience

Cerner EMR experience

BLS certification

Education

Active Indiana OT license

NBCOT certification

Job description

Overview

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Lafayette, Indiana.

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 1 year of acute care hospital experience for an inpatient rehab position in Indiana requiring active IN licensure and NBCOT certification.

Details

• Inpatient acute care rehabilitation unit within a hospital setting
• Day shift, Monday–Friday plus one weekend day per month (5x8-hour shifts, 8:00–16:30)
• High-acuity patient population spanning ICU to progressive care units
• Diagnoses include CABG and other cardiac procedures, stroke, TBI, joint replacement, fracture repairs, respiratory illnesses, dementia, MS, Parkinson's disease, and ambulation deficits
• Interdisciplinary rehab team of 19 professionals
• Charting via Cerner (experience required)
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active Indiana OT license or Compact license required (license in hand required for near-term start dates)
• NBCOT certification required
• Current BLS certification required (AHA and RQI accepted)
• Minimum 1 year of OT experience in an acute care hospital setting
• Cerner EMR experience required
• 2 supervisor references required for consideration
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Evaluate patients, develop and implement plans of care including ADL training, therapeutic exercises, and therapeutic activities to improve functional outcomes
• Assess and document appropriateness of discharge disposition recommendations on a daily basis
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Travelers may be required to float within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate facility
• Candidates must be prepared to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Up to 5 days of RTO may be approved automatically
• Royal blue scrubs required; black shoes required
• Indiana residents are considered local candidates for this Allied position and may be eligible at a modified pay package
• Former permanent or PRN employees of this facility must have a 12-month break in employment before applying as a traveler
• Travelers who have accrued 12 months of travel employment within this health system are required to take a consecutive break before resuming — 90 days for out-of-state residents and 180 days for in-state residents

American Traveler Job ID #P-722240. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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.