Travel Acute Care Occupational Therapist - $2,427 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Walla Walla, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:

Occupational Therapist

• Discipline:

Therapy

• Start Date:

11/02/2026

• 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: Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital setting, requiring at least 1 year of experience and a WA license, with first-time travelers welcome to apply.

Details

• Acute Care Hospital setting within a Short Term Acute Care / Level III Trauma Center
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 7:00 AM-3:00 PM
• Patient ratios of approximately 8-9 to 1
• Rotating weekends required, approximately every 3-4 weeks
• Position may float between units
• Epic EMR used for charting
• 104 staffed beds

Requirements

• Current WA OT license required (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 1 year of acute care experience required
• IPR (inpatient rehabilitation) experience a plus
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Compact license must be in hand at time of submission
• Experience with modalities such as edema massage, kinesiotaping, prosthetics/orthotics, functional splints, orthoplast, and static splints

Additional Information

• Work within an Acute Care and Adult Rehabilitation Facility setting
• Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary care team
• Hard-working, collaborative team players encouraged to apply
• First-time travelers will be considered for this role
• Travelers may be expected to float between sister facilities near the contracted site
• Scrub color is unrestricted across all units
• No parking fees at this facility
• Candidates must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All RTO requests must be submitted upfront during the application process
• Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius to qualify for standard travel rate
• Former permanent staff may return as travelers after a 3-month waiting period
• Two supervisory references covering at least 1 year of experience within the last 3 years are required

American Traveler Job ID #P-769220. 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 - 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.