Travel Occupational Therapist Inpatient - $1,865 per week

Cross Country Allied; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks a Travel Occupational Therapist for an inpatient rehab assignment in Independence, Missouri. The OT will evaluate and treat patients focused on activities of daily living and mobility, collaborating with a skilled rehab team and using standard gym equipment.

Assignment spans 12 weeks with 40 hours per week, day shifts. Weekend coverage is required every six weeks, with a flex day on a weekday. Inpatient unit has 16 beds and requires licensed OT professionals.

Qualifications

• Licensed occupational therapist.
• Acute care or rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and treatments focusing on activities of daily living and mobility.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team in an inpatient setting.
• Utilize standard rehabilitation gym equipment during therapy sessions.
• Provide care in an inpatient rehabilitation unit with 16 beds.
• Assume weekend coverage once every six weeks with a weekday flex day when weekend work occurs.

Skills

Licensed OT

Acute care experience

Rehabilitation experience

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Independence, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Independence, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Occupational Therapist, Inpatient The occupational therapist will provide evaluations and treatments focused on activities of daily living and mobility in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. The role includes collaboration with an experienced rehabilitation team and use of standard rehabilitation gym equipment.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift, 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week.


• Required Qualifications: Licensed occupational therapist.


• Preferred Qualifications: Acute care or rehabilitation experience.


• Additional Information:
  
  
  
  • Assignment dates are scheduled from 12/07/2026 through 03/01/2027.
  
  
  • The inpatient rehabilitation unit has 16 beds.
  
  
  • Responsibilities include patient evaluations and treatments addressing activities of daily living and mobility.
  
  
  • Rehabilitation gym equipment and standard rehabilitation supplies are available.
  
  
  • Weekend coverage is required once every six weeks, with a weekday flex day when working a weekend.
  
  
  • Required scrub color is eggplant.
  
  

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance


• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage


• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage


• Competitive salaries


• Referral bonuses


• Travel reimbursement


• 401(k) retirement plan


• Direct deposit/free checking


• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1348904. 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: OT - OT IP Occupational Therapist Inpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands‑on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus