Travel Occupational Therapist General Job

Healthforce; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 97,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

13-week travel contract

Weekly pay

Job summary

Healthforce seeks an Occupational Therapist, General for a travel assignment in Waterville, Maine. The role focuses on delivering general OT services in a skilled nursing facility, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support rehabilitation goals and safe discharge planning.

The assignment runs 13 weeks starting 11/09/2026 with guaranteed 35 hours per week and a shift from 08:00 to 16:30, 5 days a week. Active OT license and ACOTE-accredited education are required.

Qualifications

• Active OT license (state of practice).
• Graduation from an accredited OT program (Master's or Doctorate).
• Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility.
• Prior experience in rehabilitation or long-term care preferred.
• Willingness to participate in travel assignment in Waterville, ME.

Responsibilities

• Conduct OT evaluations and develop treatment plans to improve ADLs, mobility, balance, and safety.
• Implement evidence-based OT interventions and adapt plans based on progress and regulatory requirements.
• Document progress and outcomes in the medical record, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to align therapy goals with overall care plans.
• Educate residents and families on home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, and discharge planning.
• Monitor progress and participate in discharge planning and transitions.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

ADL assessment

Home exercise planning

Education

OT Master’s/Doctorate

ACOTE accredited program

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist, General - Waterville, Maine, United States. This is a travel assignment starting 11/09/2026 for 13 weeks in a skilled nursing facility. Weekly pay ranges from $2,139 to $2,311 per week, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00-16:30. The role focuses on delivering general OT services to residents in a SNF setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support rehabilitation goals and safe discharge planning.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,139-$2,311 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00-16:30
• Start date: 11/09/2026
• Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (travel assignment)

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans to improve activities of daily living, mobility, balance, and safety
• Implement evidence-based OT interventions and adapt plans based on resident progress and regulatory requirements
• Document progress and outcomes in the medical record, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including nursing and rehab colleagues, to align therapy goals with overall care plans
• Educate residents and families on home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, and discharge planning
• Monitor progress, adjust treatment approaches, and participate in discharge planning and transition to next care setting

Requirements

• Active occupational therapy license (state of practice)
• Graduation from an accredited OT program (Master's or Doctorate)
• Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility setting
• Prior experience in rehabilitation or long-term care settings preferred
• Willingness to participate in a travel assignment in Waterville, ME

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours during the assignment
• 13-week travel contract
• Weekly pay schedule aligned with assignment guidelines
• Assignment support from the recruiting organization throughout the contract

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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.