Travel Occupational Therapist, Acute Inpatient Rehab - $2,205 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in East Chicago, Indiana.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 04/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while working in an inpatient hospital rehabilitation setting in East Chicago, IN.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Indiana OT license required to start the assignment. Compact eligible clinicians should verify interstate practice eligibility before applying.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in an inpatient rehabilitation or hospital setting is preferred.
• Experience with functional mobility training, activities of daily living (ADL) retraining, splinting, adaptive equipment recommendations, and discharge planning is preferred.
• Documentation experience in electronic medical records required. Specific EMR experience preferred but not required.

Apply now and a recruiter will contact you with more information.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital (inpatient rehabilitation focus).
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 08:00–17:00.
• Assignment Type: Travel contract.

Location Highlights

East Chicago, IN offers access to both urban amenities and nearby natural attractions. The city sits on the southern shore of Lake Michigan, within 30 minutes of downtown Chicago by car, providing access to Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile for urban exploration. Lakefront beaches and Marquette Park are within a short drive, offering waterfront trails and recreational boating opportunities. Indiana Dunes National Park is approximately 20 miles east, providing dune hikes, beach access, and birdwatching. The area supports an urban-suburban lifestyle with regional transit options and quick commutes to major cultural and entertainment venues in nearby Chicago and Gary.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. Benefits for eligible travelers include comprehensive medical options, 401(k) matching, 24/7 recruiter support, referral bonuses, and assistance with housing and license reimbursement. Specific benefit availability will be provided by the recruiter.

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 #442177. 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.