Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Austin, Texas.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a contract Occupational Therapist with acute care experience for a specialized heart hospital in Austin, TX, working day shifts in a small, highly collaborative therapy department.

• Work in the Physical/Occupational Therapy department of a specialized heart hospital
• 72-bed facility spanning floors 1–3
• Day shift schedule, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
• Rotating weekend coverage approximately every 3–4 weekends
• No on-call requirements
• Patient population includes open heart surgery, TAVR, and LVAD implant cases
• Small therapy team consisting of 2 PTs, 1 OT, and PRN Speech Therapy
• EMR: Meditech

• Active OT license (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 1 year of OT experience; allied candidates must have at least 6 months of experience within the last 6 months
• Acute care experience required, including ICU/CCU, as the OT may be the sole therapist on weekends
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment start)
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration — no Canadian SSNs accepted
• One professional reference required (two required for Florida and Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — no local candidates accepted

• Wound care experience is preferred but not required
• Procedures commonly encountered include open heart surgery recovery, TAVR, and LVAD implant cases
• Staff uses iMobile to communicate with hospitalists, case managers, and RNs throughout the day
• Supportive team environment with experienced permanent staff (15 and 30+ years of experience), including a certified wound care therapist
• Strong interdisciplinary communication between therapy and providers is a hallmark of this small hospital setting
• Scrub color requirement: Caribbean blue top or khaki bottoms with a navy polo
• Facility has received multiple local and national recognitions in 2023 and 2024

American Traveler Job ID #P-714058. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.