Travel Pediatric Occupational Therapist - $2,774 per week

Ardor Health Solutions is seeking a travel Outpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Rockford, Illinois.

• Specialty: Pediatric Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel Occupational Therapist | Rockford, Illinois

SwedishAmerican | Outpatient Pediatric Therapy

Estimated $2,774 Gross Weekly | 13-Week Contract

• Facility: SwedishAmerican
• Location: 1401 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61104
• Setting: Outpatient Pediatrics
• Contract: November 16, 2026 – February 13, 2027
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4:30 PM (negotiable)
• Weekly Hours: 40 anticipated; guarantee pending confirmation
• Weekends: None
• Holidays: None
• Patient Population: Birth through 13 years old

$2,773.80 Gross Weekly at 40 Hours

• Taxable W-2 Rate: $37.67/hour
• Regular Taxable Earnings: $1,506.80/week
• Housing Stipend: $791/week
• Meals & Incidentals: $476/week

Compensation is preliminary and subject to final approval, applicable GSA stipend limits, eligibility for tax-free stipends, and confirmation of weekly hours.

Ardor Health Solutions is seeking an experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapist for a 13-week outpatient assignment with SwedishAmerican in Rockford, Illinois.

This opportunity offers a Monday–Friday daytime schedule with no weekends or holidays, making it a particularly appealing option for therapists seeking consistency while traveling.

You'll work with children from birth through age 13 in an outpatient pediatric clinic, helping patients develop functional skills and improve participation in everyday activities.

Clinical Experience Required:

• Pediatric outpatient occupational therapy
• Sensory integration
• Autism spectrum disorders
• Developmental delays
• Experience treating children from birth through age 13
• Graduation from an accredited occupational therapy program
• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license
• American Heart Association BLS certification

Rockford is located in northern Illinois, offering a combination of city amenities, beautiful parks, historic attractions, and convenient access to Chicago and southern Wisconsin.

Area Highlights:

• Anderson Japanese Gardens: One of Rockford's most popular attractions, featuring beautifully landscaped gardens and peaceful walking paths.
• Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens: Enjoy tropical plants, seasonal displays, and scenic views along the Rock River.
• Rock Cut State Park: A great destination for hiking, biking, fishing, and outdoor recreation.
• Downtown Rockford: Explore local restaurants, coffee shops, museums, breweries, and entertainment.
• Madison, Wisconsin: Approximately 70 miles north, offering restaurants, shopping, cultural attractions, and a lively college-town atmosphere.
• Chicago: Approximately 90 miles east, providing opportunities for weekend trips, professional sporting events, concerts, museums, and world-class dining.
• Lake Geneva, Wisconsin: Approximately 50 miles away, offering lakeside scenery, charming shops, and seasonal activities.

Rockford is an appealing location for travelers who want a manageable city with easy access to larger destinations and plenty of outdoor recreation.

Ardor Health Solutions has specialized in therapy staffing for more than 25 years, providing personalized support to traveling rehabilitation professionals nationwide.

Ardor Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning Day 1
• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• Guaranteed weekly per diems under the employment agreement
• Travel and licensing assistance
• $1,000 referral bonus
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment
• Recruiter availability evenings and weekends

I'd love to discuss the opportunity, answer your questions, and learn more about your pediatric occupational therapy experience.

Amanda Anson
Travel Therapy Recruiter
Ardor Health Solutions

Hi! I wanted to share a **Travel Pediatric Occupational Therapist opportunity in Rockford, Illinois**, with SwedishAmerican!

**Assignment Details:**
- **Location:** Rockford, IL
- **Setting:** Outpatient Pediatrics
- **Contract:** November 16, 2026 – February 13, 2027
- **Duration:** 13 weeks
- **Schedule:** Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4:30 PM (negotiable)
- **Hours:** 40 anticipated; guarantee to confirm
- **Weekends:** None
- **Holidays:** None
- **Patient Population:** Birth through age 13

**Estimated Weekly Pay:**
- **$2,774 gross/week at 40 hours**
- $37.67/hour taxable W-2
- $791/week housing
- $476/week meals and incidentals

*Final compensation is pending stipend-limit and contract verification.*

**A Little About the Clinic:**

This is an outpatient pediatric OT opportunity treating children from birth through age 13.

The facility requires experience with **sensory integration, autism, and developmental delays**, along with an active Illinois OT license and AHA BLS certification.

One of the biggest benefits is the Monday–Friday schedule with **no weekends or holidays!**

**A Little About the Area:**

Rockford is located in northern Illinois and offers a nice balance of city amenities, parks, and outdoor recreation.

You'll be close to Anderson Japanese Gardens, Rock Cut State Park, downtown restaurants, and the beautiful Rock River.

Madison, Wisconsin, is approximately 70 miles away, and Chicago is about 90 miles away, making weekend trips for shopping, dining, concerts, and sporting events easy to plan!

**Why Ardor?**

We offer Day 1 medical, dental, and vision benefits, weekly direct deposit, guaranteed per diems under the employment agreement, travel and licensing assistance, and a $1,000 referral bonus.

I'd love to connect and discuss the opportunity! When would be a convenient time for a quick call? I'm available evenings and weekends if that's easier.

**Amanda | Ardor Health Solutions**

Ardor Health Solutions formed in 2001 and remains a privately held medical staffing business owned and operated by the same family. Over the years we have expanded our staffing and recruiting capabilities to include therapy services, nursing services, and all allied services.

If you would like the personal service that comes with a staff of recruiters that have an average tenure with the company between 5 and 15 years, and the knowledge of our client services representatives with similar experience, there is no need to look any further.

At Ardor Health Solutions you can expect better than average pay packages, extraordinary benefits, and the peace of mind that you will not be forgotten once you start your assignment. Perhaps that is why so many of our caregivers have completed more than a dozen different assignments with us over our long history.

Ardor Health is pleased to offer a free medical insurance plan in addition to major medical plans. Please contact a recruiter for more details on the free medical plan and/or any other general inquiries.

One final fact about Ardor Health Solutions. We have been paying our caregivers weekly since 2001, and we have never, ever, missed a payroll. If you are currently on an assignment with us, thank you. If you have traveled with us before, we would like to welcome you back. If you have never traveled with us, give us a try. You will not be disappointed.

• Weekly pay
• Holiday Pay
• Pet insurance
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1
• License and certification reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Discount program