What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract position at Jackson Therapy Partners?
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 a new location in Richland, WA.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active Washington State OT license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or short-stay rehabilitation environment preferred.
- Experience with electronic medical record systems such as PCC and Net Health preferred.
- Ability to manage a caseload averaging approximately 65 skilled patients preferred.
- All applicants welcome; submit an updated resume for consideration.
Apply now and a recruiter will contact you with more information.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Shift name: Days.
- Typical therapy hours: generally 7:00 AM to 4:00/5:00 PM.
- Patient population/caseload: short-stay rehab and skilled nursing; average census about 65 skilled patients.
- Documentation systems: PCC and Net Health.
Location Highlights
Richland, WA sits on the Columbia River and is a regional center for wine production. The city is adjacent to the Columbia River waterfront and offers easy access to outdoor recreation at Badger Mountain Trailhead and Sacajawea State Park, both within a short drive. Richland lies in the Columbia Basin wine region, with nearby wine tasting routes in the Yakima Valley and Walla Walla appellations reachable within 30–90 minutes. The area supports an active, suburban lifestyle with riverfront paths, community parks, and regular cultural events in the Tri-Cities (Richland, Pasco, Kennewick) metropolitan area.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your responsiveness and commitment. A recruiter will provide full benefits details when you apply.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as an occupational therapist and gain flexibility and stability in travel contracts. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel assignments. ProVenture, our career platform, is available to support your placement.
EEO Statement
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.