Travel Occupational Therapist - Weekly Pay

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association is seeking a Travel Occupational Therapist to support acute care facilities in the Galveston area. You will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and help patients regain daily living skills while traveling between sites.

The role requires NBCOT-OTR certification, state OT licensure, and BLS. You will educate families and employers, ensure safety, and document progress accurately to comply with regulations.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in OT; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• NBCOT-OTR certification is required.
• State-specific OT license is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks necessary for therapy.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Implement treatment plans and monitor progress.
• Assist patients in improving daily living skills.
• Assess home and workplace environments for safety and accessibility.
• Educate families and employers about therapy goals and safety.
• Recommend and instruct on specialized equipment as needed.
• Accurately document patient progress in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Treatment planning

Patient education

Documentation

Physical stamina

Medical protocols familiarity

Education

NBCOT-OTR certification

State OT license

BLS certification

Job description

Role: Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities include: evaluating patients, developing and implementing personalized treatment plans, helping patients improve daily life skills, assessing home and workplace environments, educating families and employers, recommending and instructing on the use of specialized equipment, and documenting patient progress accurately in compliance with regulations.

Qualifications: At least 6 months of experience (new graduates encouraged to apply), valid NBCOT-OTR certification, state-specific license, BLS certification, and ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks required for therapy. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology is essential.

Key Skills: patient evaluation, treatment planning, patient education, documentation, physical stamina, and familiarity with medical protocols.