What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Occupational Therapist (OTR) position at Step Up Rehab?
Valencia Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center
Address: 1350 Sleepy Hill Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810
Scott Lake Health and Rehabilitation Center
Address: 800 E County Rd 540A, Lakeland, FL 33813
Step Up Rehab is the in-house therapy provider at Valencia Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center and Scott Lake Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Work inside the dedicated therapy gyms within these skilled nursing facilities, helping residents regain function and independence through skilled, compassionate care.
Join Step Up & Go as a Travel Occupational Therapist!
Looking for meaningful impact, professional growth, and flexible travel opportunities? Step Up & Go gives OTs the chance to complete 13-week assignments statewide while enjoying full-time Step Up Rehab benefits.
What You’ll Do:
• Provide skilled occupational therapy to maximize independence and daily function
• Complete 13-week travel assignments at our partner facilities
• Develop creative, individualized treatment plans
• Support residents in regaining confidence and autonomy
What We’re Looking For:
• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
• Active Florida OT license or eligibility
• Strong creativity, clinical reasoning, and communication
• Ability to adapt quickly to new settings and teams
Why Step Up & Go?
Get the best of both worlds—travel flexibility and full-time Step Up Rehab benefits.
Looking to grow your career statewide?
Apply now to see available placements!
What We Offer Full-Time Employees
- CEU reimbursement
- 401(k) with company match
- 20 days PTO
- $1,000 referral bonus program
- Travel stipend opportunities
- Modern facilities with state-of-the-art gyms and advanced rehab equipment
- Competitive pay
- Flexible scheduling
- Medical insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield, plus dental and vision with Delta
- AFLAC options
- Life insurance
- Support with childcare placement
- Daily Pay option
- Monthly employee appreciation events
- Comfortable caseloads
- Supportive leadership and a positive culture
At Step Up Rehab, we see you as a person first — your passion, your strengths, and your heart for helping others. If that sounds like you, we’d be proud to have you join us!
Please see the link below to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, implemented under House Bill 531 (2025)
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
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