Travel Occupational Therapist General Job

Healthforce; Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 97,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruiter support

Onboarding support

Credentialing assistance

Clinical-support team access

Job summary

Healthforce Healthcare LLC is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a travel assignment in Canaan, Connecticut. The position runs for 13 weeks starting 12/01/2026 with a 35-hour work week and shifts from 08:00 to 16:30 in a long-term care nursing home.

The role requires an active CT OT license, a degree from an accredited OT program, and preference for geriatric/long-term care experience. Travel-based assignment with 24/7 support is provided.

Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist license in Connecticut is required.
• Experience in geriatric or long-term care settings is preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct OT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for residents.
• Provide and supervise OT services to improve ADLs, mobility, and cognition.
• Implement therapy sessions, monitor progress, and adjust plans based on resident response.
• Document progress in medical records and communicate findings with the multidisciplinary team.
• Educate residents and families on therapy goals, home programs, and safety.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Degree from accredited OT program

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist — General, located in Canaan, Connecticut. This travel assignment begins on 12/01/2026 for 13 weeks in a long-term care nursing home setting. Weekly pay is $2,130 to $2,260, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. The schedule is 5x8 days, with shifts from 08:00 to 16:30. This role is a temporary travel assignment managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,130–$2,260 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
• Start date: 12/01/2026
• Setting: Long-term care nursing home

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for residents
• Provide and supervise OT services to improve activities of daily living, mobility, and cognition as appropriate
• Implement therapy sessions, monitor progress, and adjust plans based on resident response
• Document progress in the resident’s medical record and communicate findings with the interdisciplinary team
• Educate residents and families on therapy goals, home exercise programs, and safety strategies
• Ensure care is delivered in compliance with applicable regulations and facility policies

Requirements

• Active Occupational Therapist license in Connecticut
• Degree from an accredited OT program
• Experience in geriatric or long-term care settings preferred
• Ability to work a 5x8 day schedule and participate in travel-based assignments
• Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills

Benefits and Support

• Dedicated recruiter and 24/7 travel support
• Assignment onboarding and ongoing support throughout the assignment
• Assistance with credentialing and administrative processes
• Access to resources and guidance from a clinical-support team during the assignment

Additional Information

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.