Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Inpatient - $2,827 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for an inpatient acute care position in Marshfield, Wisconsin. This 13‑week assignment requires 1+ year of OT experience in a Level 2 trauma center, with 40 hours per week, day shift, and rotating weekends.

You will work in an OT inpatient unit serving adults and pediatrics, collaborating with rehab aides and COTAs while documenting in Cerner (Epic transition). Licensure and BLS are required; local candidates accepted.

Qualifications

• Current OT license required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience.
• BLS (AHA) certification required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with ADL evaluation and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services in an inpatient acute care unit.
• Collaborate with rehab aides and COTA within care plans.
• Utilize Cerner EMR (transitioning to Epic).
• Rotate days; participate in weekend/holiday coverage.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

ADL evaluation

Education

BLS (AHA) certification

OT license

Tools

Cerner EMR

Epic EMR

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Marshfield, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Marshfield, Wisconsin.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• 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: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an inpatient acute care position requiring 1+ year of experience in a Level 2 trauma center setting.

Details

• Acute care inpatient setting at a Level 2 trauma center
• OT Inpatient unit serving adult and pediatric populations
• Patient population includes adult and pediatric ICUs, stroke, trauma, neuro, ortho, general med surg, oncology, and same-day discharge joint program patients
• Covers adult and pediatric acute inpatient rehab, pediatric inpatient rehab program, and stroke specialty program
• Department treats approximately 120-150 patients per day with 9 evaluations and 16 treatments per therapist per day
• Cerner EMR used, transitioning to Epic
• Day shift, 8-hour shifts, variable scheduling
• Rotating weekends and holidays required with core staff
• Self-scheduling not permitted
• Works alongside 1 rehab aide and 1 COTA

Requirements

• Current OT license required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with ADL evaluation and documentation justifying next level of care
• Strong teamwork skills and flexibility required

Additional Information

• Perform ADL evaluations and document to justify next level of care
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team including rehab aides and COTAs
• Must clock in and out at the facility
• Dress code requires any solid color scrubs, clean and professional appearance
• Department-specific orientation varies based on skill level
• OT professionals must go through facility credentialing process which can extend onboarding timeline
• All required licensure, including state license, must be completed in time to meet credentialing deadlines
• Local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-766572. 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.