Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,277 to $2,477 per week in Topeka, KS

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while exploring Topeka, KS.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required. Master’s or Doctoral degree acceptable.
• Active Kansas Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• KSBHA registration or requirements as applicable for Kansas.
• NBCOT certification preferred.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of start if not already held. BLS may be from AHA or ARC.
• Experience in acute care or hospital settings preferred, including care for general medical, neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, respiratory, trauma, surgical, ICU, and joint replacement patients.
• Experience with joint replacement patients and participation in late joint rotation required as part of clinical duties.
• Epic electronic health record experience preferred, not required.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide more information.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital
• Shift Name: Days
• Shift Details: 8 hour days
• Typical Shift Hours: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM, Monday through Friday; 40 hours/week
• Patient Load Expectation: Build to 7–8 patients per 8-hour shift (100% productivity target)
• Clinical Focus: General medicine, neuro, ortho, cardiac, respiratory, trauma, surgical, ICU, joint replacement; ED patients less common
• Daily Tasks: Chart review, scheduling, evaluations and treatments, midday huddle at 12:45, lunch break, possible paired work with PT during orientation
• Onsite Requirements: Participate in late joint rotation. No weekends and no on-call required according to client notes.
• Traveler Requirement: No first-time travelers for this assignment.

Location Highlights

Topeka offers a mix of urban and outdoor recreation within easy reach. The Kansas State Capitol is in downtown Topeka and sits approximately 5–10 minutes from major hospitals, offering cultural tours and historic exhibits. Lake Shawnee is about a 10–15 minute drive and provides boating, trails, and an 18-hole golf course for an active lifestyle. The Topeka Zoo and Gage Park are centrally located within a short drive and host seasonal events and family-friendly activities. For regional travel, Manhattan and Kansas State University are roughly 50 miles west, and Lawrence and the University of Kansas are about 70 miles east, supporting weekend trips and collegiate sporting events. Topeka’s community is suited to clinicians seeking a suburban setting with access to state parks, riverfront trails along the Kansas River, and regional dining and arts districts.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. A recruiter will review the benefits package and eligibility details with you during outreach.

• 24/7 recruiter support for scheduling and questions
• Referral program information provided upon inquiry
• Assistance with travel and licensing logistics as applicable

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.