Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Inpatient Adult Care

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Meridian, Idaho.

• Specialty:
  Occupational Therapist
• Discipline:
  Therapy
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift:
  10 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an acute inpatient adult unit, requiring 1+ year of acute care experience and BLS certification.

• Acute inpatient adult unit treating a general acute care population
• Caseload of 8-10 patients per day with 5-7 therapists on shift
• Covers all acute care adult population except ICU
• Four 10-hour day shifts per week from 7:30am to 6:00pm on an 8-week schedule
• Weekend coverage required approximately 40% of weekend days, typically every other full weekend
• EPIC EMR used

• Current state OT license required if applicable
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of acute care experience as a licensed therapist required (acute rehab experience alone is not sufficient)
• Must be able to evaluate and treat adult acute care patients, provide discharge recommendations, and communicate safe mobility plans

• Common diagnoses include neurologic conditions (CVA, MS, Parkinson's, Guillain Barre), general medical, orthopedic (total joints and fractures), cardiac (pacers), and oncology cases
• Department includes an OT Manager/Supervisor on each shift and 2 Rehab Aides (no COTAs)
• At least 2 days of unit-specific onboarding with an experienced staff OT preceptor
• First week schedule adjusted to Monday-Friday 8-hour shifts to accommodate onboarding
• Scrub color is flexible; business casual also accepted
• Travelers rarely work holidays unless there is a specific need
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Permanent employees must be separated for at least one year before applying for a travel assignment
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible

American Traveler Job  #P-767895. 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 - Acute Care Hospital

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.