Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - Therapy - $2,020 per week

American Traveler; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Occupational Therapist for an inpatient rehab and acute care assignment in Arlington, Texas. A valid OT license and hospital experience are required, with 2+ years in inpatient settings preferred.

Shifts are 8 hours, 40 hours per week, for 13 weeks starting December 1, 2026. The role includes a tax-free stipend, and Meditech experience; candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility and may float per policy.

Qualifications

• Active OT license required; no temporary licenses accepted.
• Minimum 2 years of hospital experience in inpatient rehab or equivalent.
• Experience with neuro and ortho rehab and acute care settings preferred.
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration; references as specified.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluations and treatments for neuro and ortho inpatient rehab cases.
• Provide acute care evaluations and treatments in Ortho, Tele, and ICU units.
• Adhere to facility policies including rotating weekends and 8-hour days.
• Document patient progress and coordinate with care teams.

Skills

Inpatient rehab experience

Hospitals

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Arlington, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Arlington, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 12/01/2026
• 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 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an inpatient rehabilitation and acute care role requiring 2+ years of hospital experience and an active OT license.

Details

• Inpatient rehabilitation and acute care hospital setting
• Treat neuro and ortho inpatient rehab patients as well as acute Ortho, Tele, and ICU patients
• Day shift schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with rotating weekends
• 13-week assignment
• Meditech documentation system used
• May float to unit as needed per facility floating policy
• Call requirements to be discussed during interview

Requirements

• Active OT license required, no temporary licenses accepted
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of hospital experience required
• In-patient rehab and/or hospital experience required
• 2-3 years of experience in rehab and/or acute hospital setting preferred
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required for Florida and Missouri)
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Perform patient evaluations and treatments for neuro and ortho inpatient rehab cases
• Provide acute care evaluations and treatments in Ortho, Tele, and ICU units
• Scrub color is hunter green
• Nails must be clean and healthy with no artificial enhancements
• Hair must be neat, clean, and pulled back if shoulder length or longer in lab settings
• Facial hair must be clean and neatly trimmed
• Body art should be covered whenever possible
• Visible piercings other than ears are prohibited
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, no local candidates accepted
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

American Traveler Job ID #P-783039. 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 - Rehab

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.