Travel Acute Care Inpatient Occupational Therapist - $2,480 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/10/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an Occupational Therapist with at least 1 year of acute care experience and a current BLS certification for a primary inpatient role.

Responsibilities

• Work in a short-term acute care hospital in the Occupational Therapy Acute Care unit
• Patient populations include cardiopulmonary, neurological, orthopedic, medicine, trauma, surgical, and oncology cases
• Monday through Friday day shift, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with a flexible start time up to 8:00 AM
• One weekend (Saturday and Sunday) is required per 4-week period with a weekday off as compensation
• Floating within all therapy service lines within the hospital may be required
• No floating to sister facilities
• Primary focus is inpatient care
• EPIC charting system is used and experience is required
• Specialized equipment includes SPH equipment, vital carts, IPAD interpreters, and ADL supplies
• Establish and implement treatment plans considering discharge needs and expected functional status
• Educate and collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare providers, providing referrals as needed
• Delegate appropriately to assistants and techs according to skill level and patient needs
• Complete documentation in accordance with departmental policies
• Scrub color is black or grey
• Modules and fit testing may be required during pre-employment orientation
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Standard travelers may remain for an 18-month assignment with a 3-month break required afterward
• Allied travelers may stay 12 months with a required 6-month break after
• Weekend rotation is required per hospital policy
• Parking information is provided during orientation

Requirements

• Active state license required; license required if applicable
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of Occupational Therapy experience in an acute care setting
• EPIC charting experience required
• No local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Pending state license accepted for some locations (see specific licensing rules)
• No more than 7 days of requested time off during the 13-week contract
• Facial hair must allow for proper fit testing if required

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- . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

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.

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