Travel Outpatient Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapy) - $2,114 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Outpatient Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Port Charlotte, Florida.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 05/04/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT with Jackson Therapy Partners. 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.

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 AHA or ARC may be required.
• Hand therapy experience required. Comfortable making splints and managing a full hand caseload.
• Demonstrated competence in completing comprehensive evaluations, developing treatment plans, and writing functional goals and documentation (including letters of medical necessity and charge entry).
• Experience in outpatient clinic settings preferred.
• Ability to supervise and delegate to support staff and participate in student supervision preferred.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient
• Duration: 13 Week assignment
• Shift Pattern: 5x8
• Caseload Focus: Full hand caseload and splinting responsibilities

Location Highlights

Port Charlotte, FL offers coastal access and a relaxed suburban lifestyle. The town is near Charlotte Harbor and Boca Grande, with Punta Gorda about a 15–20 minute drive providing waterfront dining and a historic district. Port Charlotte is within about a one-hour drive to Fort Myers and Sanibel Island for beaches and shelling, and approximately 60–75 minutes to the Myakka River State Park and its wildlife viewing and airboat opportunities. The area supports a quiet, coastal lifestyle with boating, fishing charters, golf courses, and easy access to regional airports and U.S. Highway 41 for commuting and regional travel.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. You are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.

• Full Medical Benefits and 401k 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 Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as an occupational therapist and obtain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Travel contracts offer full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance while allowing you to explore new locations. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by our career resources.

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.

Please allow our team to contact you with next steps. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #443728. 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.