Travel Occupational Therapist – Skilled Nursing Facility - $2,145 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Merritt Island, 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 OT with an opportunity in Merritt Island, FL. We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Florida Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) may be required.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility or long-term care settings preferred.
• Clinician must be able to manage caseloads typical of subacute and chronic care populations.
• Documentation and electronic medical record proficiency required. (Preferred: specific EMR experience disclosed upon request.)

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide additional information.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift days: Tuesday through Saturday.
• Start: Immediate availability requested.

Location Highlights

Enjoy Merritt Island’s coastal and outdoor attractions within easy reach. Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge lies adjacent to the city and offers extensive birdwatching and wildlife viewing within a few miles of local neighborhoods. The area is a short drive to Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, providing frequent rocket launch views and space-related exhibits. Local waterways include Banana River and the Indian River Lagoon, offering boating, fishing, and kayaking within a 10–20 minute drive from central Merritt Island. Cocoa Beach is approximately a 20-minute drive, providing sandy beaches, surf amenities, and coastal dining. The region supports an outdoor, coastal lifestyle with accessible parks, trails, and nature preserves and convenient access to regional transit corridors for commuting to neighboring cities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your responsiveness and professional commitment. A recruiter will review available benefits and options with you during the application process.

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

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #443300. 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.