Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Overview
Occupational Therapist, Acute Care travel assignment in Zanesville, OH. Start date 07/06/2026 for 13 weeks. Guaranteed 40 hours per week with daytime shifts. Weekly pay range: $2,813–$2,951 per week. Work setting is an inpatient acute care program operating in a clinic-based environment. This is a Travel - Temporary Assignment with a 13-week contract, requiring Day shifts with potential weekend coverage.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,813–$2,951 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days; options for five 8-hour shifts (8:00am–4:30pm) or four 10-hour shifts (7:00am–5:30pm) per traveler preference, with regular weekend coverage
- Start date: 07/06/2026
- Setting: Inpatient acute care (clinic-based program)

Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for adult and geriatric inpatients, including post-operative orthopedic/joint replacement cases, and manage a spectrum of acute diagnoses.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on activities of daily living, mobility, cognition, endurance, and safety; monitor progress and adjust goals as appropriate.
- Document patient care in the EMR (EPIC) and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team; participate in rounds and discharge planning.
- Support patients and families with education on recovery, home adaptations, and progression of therapy to maximize independence.
- Work with medically complex and sometimes intubated patients in the acute care setting, following hospital and therapy best practices; maintain safety and infection control standards.

Requirements
- Active Ohio OT license and OT registry; license cannot be in process
- BLS certification required
- 2 years of acute care experience preferred
- EPIC EMR experience preferred
- Ability to work in an inpatient acute care setting; weekend coverage may be required

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the travel period
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support to assist with planning and on-site needs

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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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.