Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,119 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Nokomis, Florida.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Nokomis, FL. This hospital-based position supports inpatient care and offers the opportunity to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while working in a Gulf Coast community.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Florida OT license or ability to obtain required state licensure prior to assignment start.
• Minimum 1 year of recent occupational therapy experience in an acute care or inpatient setting. No new graduates.
• Experience with Wellsky EMR preferred.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC if required by facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working rotating weekends in an inpatient hospital environment.
• Prior travel or contract therapy experience.

Assignment Details

• Inpatient setting.
• Possible rotating weekends.
• May be required to float to other nearby facilities.

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 commitment. Competitive benefits begin day one.

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

Impacting Patient Care

Provide patient-centered care in an acute inpatient hospital. Support interdisciplinary teams to improve functional outcomes and safe discharges. Contribute clinical assessments, plan of care development, therapeutic interventions, and documentation that align with facility standards and regulatory requirements.

Location Highlights

Venice and Nokomis on Florida’s Gulf Coast offer coastal and recreational amenities within short drives. Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach are local waterfront destinations known for shelling and fishing, approximately a 10–20 minute drive from Nokomis. The area is within reasonable driving distance to Myakka River State Park and Oscar Scherer State Park, providing hiking, kayaking, and birding opportunities. Downtown Venice features historic districts, dining options, and cultural events, while regional airports and major roadways provide accessible travel connections.

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 #448154. 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.