Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract
@ Jackson Therapy PartnersOccupational Therapist - Travel Contract
About the job
A healthcare agency seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist for a 13-week travel assignment in a skilled nursing facility in Forestville, MD. Focus on patient recovery, documentation, and geriatric care to improve lives in a supportive environment with urban access.
Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master’s, or Doctoral degree
- Active Maryland OT license
- Experience in skilled nursing facility
- Documentation for long-term care
Qualifications
- Geriatric care experience preferred
- Restorative program experience
- BLS certification may be required
Full job description
Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. 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 a skilled nursing facility in Forestville, MD.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active Maryland Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
- Experience working in a skilled nursing facility required.
- Client requires competence with documentation for long-term care and Medicare/Medicaid billing procedures.
- Experience providing restorative programs and working with geriatric populations preferred.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Shift name: Days.
- Shift details: Days 08:30–16:30.
- Typical schedule: 5x8.
- Assignment length: 13 weeks.
Location Highlights
Forestville, MD provides convenient access to regional attractions and urban amenities. Forestville is approximately 12 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., and about 10 miles from National Harbor, offering waterfront dining and the Capital Wheel. The area is within a 30–45 minute drive to Greenbelt Park and the Patuxent River Park for hiking and paddling, supporting an active, suburban lifestyle with close proximity to major transit corridors like I-95 and the Washington Metro lines. The community offers local parks, shopping centers, and frequent commuter options to the D.C. metropolitan area, fitting clinicians who prefer suburban living with easy urban access.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your commitment to patient care and offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.
- Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
- Referral bonuses and housing options may be 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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
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