Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,987 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Richmond, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:

Occupational Therapist

• Discipline:

Therapy

• Start Date:

11/02/2026

• Duration:

13 weeks

• 40 hours per week
• Shift:

10 hours, days

• Employment Type:

Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist with 2+ years of hospital experience for an inpatient rehab unit specializing in stroke and neuro re-education.

Details

• Inpatient rehab therapy unit within a hospital setting
• 44-bed unit with a 4:1 patient ratio
• Staffed by 10 OT/PT teams, 3 speech therapists, and 1 tech
• Equipment includes Sara Lifts, Ceiling Lifts, Bioness, and Diego
• Documentation completed in Meditech Expanse
• Monday through Friday schedule with 8-hour shifts between 7am-5pm, with rotating weekends
• May float to acute hospital units if rehab census is low
• Unit holds Joint Commission Stroke Certification

Requirements

• Active Occupational Therapist license required, if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a hospital setting required
• Hospital and inpatient rehab experience preferred
• Experience with stroke evaluation and treatment required
• Skilled in manual therapy for neuro re-education, therapeutic exercise, functional activity, neuromuscular re-education, self-care training, and functional e-stim
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration
• No gaps in work history exceeding 90 days within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Use AIDET communication framework and provide immediate service recovery with patients
• Required dress code of black scrub bottoms with a royal blue top
• 50-mile radius rule applies; local candidates will not be considered
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-768813. Pay package is based on 10 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.