Overview
American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Salem, Oregon.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 04/06/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist for an outpatient hand therapy position in Oregon, requiring 1-2 years of experience and Epic proficiency.
Responsibilities
- Outpatient OT setting at a hospital in Salem, Oregon
- Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 5x8-hour shifts (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
- Caseload focused on outpatient hand therapy, including post-operative hand surgery patients
- Splinting services are a routine part of the caseload
- Epic EMR — experience is required with no exceptions
- Floating may be required to a nearby sister hospital approximately 15 minutes away
- Responsibilities include patient evaluation and development and follow-through of individualized treatment plans
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates are accepted at the same rates — no radius restriction
- All requested time off (RTO) must be finalized prior to submission and cannot be modified afterward; additional RTO requests after submission may result in removal from consideration or contract cancellation
- Former permanent employees of Salem Health must have been separated for at least 6 months before being eligible to apply as a traveler
- Completion of non-billable facility modules (up to 8 hours) is required prior to start and annually thereafter
- Refusing to float when required may result in contract cancellation
Requirements
- Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy program with a BS, MS, or Doctorate in OT, or NBCOT certification
- Active Oregon OT license required — no pending licensure accepted
- Minimum 1-2 years of clinical OT experience required
- Outpatient hand therapy experience required
- Experience with post-op hand surgeries and splinting required
- BLS certification from the AHA required
- Epic EMR experience required — no exceptions
- CHT certification preferred
- COVID vaccination required — no exemptions
- License required if applicable
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-674503. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Outpatient
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.