Travel Occupational Therapist General Job

Canaan, CT
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Occupational Therapist — General, located in Canaan, Connecticut. This travel assignment begins on 12/01/2026 for 13 weeks in a long-term care nursing home setting. Weekly pay is $2,130 to $2,260, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. The schedule is 5x8 days, with shifts from 08:00 to 16:30. This role is a temporary travel assignment managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,130–$2,260 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 12/01/2026
- Setting: Long-term care nursing home

Responsibilities
- Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for residents
- Provide and supervise OT services to improve activities of daily living, mobility, and cognition as appropriate
- Implement therapy sessions, monitor progress, and adjust plans based on resident response
- Document progress in the resident’s medical record and communicate findings with the interdisciplinary team
- Educate residents and families on therapy goals, home exercise programs, and safety strategies
- Ensure care is delivered in compliance with applicable regulations and facility policies

Requirements
- Active Occupational Therapist license in Connecticut
- Degree from an accredited OT program
- Experience in geriatric or long-term care settings preferred
- Ability to work a 5x8 day schedule and participate in travel-based assignments
- Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and 24/7 travel support
- Assignment onboarding and ongoing support throughout the assignment
- Assistance with credentialing and administrative processes
- Access to resources and guidance from a clinical-support team during the assignment

Find more opportunities
Find additional openings from Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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