Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Overview
Occupational Therapist – Acute Care, traveling assignment in High Point, North Carolina. Start date 09/07/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay range $1,851–$1,956 with guaranteed 35 hours per week. Shift is 5x8 days (08:00–16:30). Assignment in a long-term care (nursing home) setting.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,851–$1,956 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 hours/week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days (08:00–16:30)
- Start date: 09/07/2026
- Setting: Long-term care (nursing home)

Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and ongoing re-assessments for residents with acute care needs within a long-term care setting.
- Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans aimed at improving or maintaining self-care abilities and functional independence.
- Deliver evidence-based OT interventions (therapeutic activities, adaptive technique training, and home management strategies) aligned with patient goals.
- Document assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge plans in the electronic health record; ensure accuracy and timely submission for reimbursement and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, therapy colleagues, physicians, social services) to coordinate care and participate in care planning rounds.
- Support discharge planning and transitions of care, including caregiver and family education and resources for continued progress.

Requirements
- Active Occupational Therapist license in North Carolina or eligibility for NC licensure
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
- Ability to work in a long-term care/post-acute setting and participate in a travel assignment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills; comfortable collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
- Experience in acute care or SNF/long-term care settings preferred

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the duration of the contract
- Guaranteed hours as stated in the contract
- Fast credentialing assistance to facilitate onboarding

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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