Travel Acute Care Occupational Therapist - $2,155 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Tucson, Arizona.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 05/25/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Tucson, AZ. We seek a dedicated Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily living and work skills while working in an acute hospital environment. This role emphasizes patient- and employee-safety practices, interdisciplinary collaboration, thorough documentation, and participation in discharge planning and caregiver education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Arizona Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience performing evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and documenting progress in an acute hospital setting.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in interdisciplinary team processes and discharge planning.
• Experience with safe patient handling techniques and infection control practices.
• Ability to supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and OT students when applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous travel or contract therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with adaptive equipment selection and family caregiver training preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift pattern: 5x8 (five shifts per week, eight hours per shift).

Apply now and you'll be contacted by a recruiter who’ll give you more information!

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and professional contributions. Benefits begin day one and support your travel assignment needs.

• Weekly, on-time pay and administrative support.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join a team focused on high-quality, safe patient care. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, documenting interventions and progress in a timely manner, participating in discharge planning, supervising assistants and students as applicable, and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes.

Location Highlights

Tucson offers a mix of outdoor recreation and cultural attractions within short drives. Sabino Canyon and Saguaro National Park are within a 30–45 minute drive and provide hiking and desert scenery. The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a 15–20 minute drive and combines a zoo, botanical garden, and natural history exhibits. Downtown Tucson features the University of Arizona campus, a variety of dining options, and cultural events within a short commute, supporting an active, outdoor-oriented lifestyle.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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 for all of our associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #446012. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.