Occupational Therapist - Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT in Canton, IL. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients in a skilled nursing facility regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a new location.

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Illinois Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.
• Ability to manage documentation and use electronic medical record systems preferred.

• Previous travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with restorative programs and ADL training preferred.

• Shift hours: 08:30-16:30.
• Work pattern:
  Five 8-hour shifts per week.
• Standard meal break: 30 minutes.

We value your commitment to impacting patient care. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Join as an occupational therapist and provide patient-centered care in a skilled nursing environment. This role supports stability and professional growth while you serve a diverse patient population in Canton, IL.

Explore Canton and nearby attractions while working in central Illinois. Canton is within a short drive of Spoon River and scenic rural landscapes, and is approximately 25 miles from Peoria, offering expanded dining and cultural venues. The area provides easy access to outdoor recreation such as local parks, fishing spots, and nearby state parks for weekend activities. Canton offers a mix of small-town living with convenient access to regional transit routes and urban amenities in Peoria for occasional city visits.

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.