Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Austin, TX

Job Title

Occupational Therapist (OT) — Travel Contract

Location

Austin, TX | Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 12 Weeks | Days | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM | 32 Hours Weekly Guaranteed | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized occupational therapy treatment to patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, debility, amputation, cardiac conditions, spinal cord injury, and orthopedic injuries
• Manage a caseload of 5–6 patients per day, delivering primarily 1:1 treatment with some group therapy sessions
• Utilize facility EHR systems (UDS Prodoc, Pinpoints) for accurate and timely documentation
• Operate and apply DME and therapy equipment appropriate to patient needs and treatment goals
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to maximize patient health, function, and quality of life
• Maintain current Occupational Therapist licensure and BLS certification throughout the assignment

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy (MOT) required
• Current and valid Occupational Therapist (OT) state license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum of 2 years of occupational therapy experience
• Basic computer knowledge and proficiency
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members

Preferred Experience / Skills

• At least 1 year of inpatient rehabilitation (IPR) experience strongly preferred
• Experience treating a geriatric patient population
• Familiarity with common acute rehab diagnoses including stroke, brain injury, SCI, amputation, and orthopedic conditions
• Cooperative, team-oriented personality with a collaborative approach to patient care

Why Join Us

• Work in a state-of-the-art, 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation facility with a dedicated focus on complex neurological and physical recovery
• Enjoy a structured day shift schedule with no call requirements and no float obligations, allowing you to focus entirely on patient care