Hospital | OT | 13-Week Travel Contract – Tallahassee, FL

Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) – Hospital Rehabilitation | 13-Week Contract in Tallahassee, FL

Explore a travel Occupational Therapist (OT) job in Tallahassee, Florida, providing hospital rehabilitation services, patient-centered care, and functional independence support on an on-site 13-week contract.

Join a collaborative hospital rehabilitation team as an Occupational Therapist. In this on-site travel therapy role, you will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, promote functional independence, and support safe transitions to the next level of care. Tallahassee offers the appeal of Florida’s capital city, with beautiful parks, outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and a welcoming community.

Travel Occupational Therapist Job Details

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital rehabilitation
• Location: Tallahassee, Florida
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,740–$1,870
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8-hour day shifts
• Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Occupational Therapist Job Requirements

• Current Occupational Therapist license in the state of Florida
• At least 2 years of Occupational Therapy experience; hospital or rehabilitation experience preferred
• Current BLS certification required before the first shift
• Ability to complete thorough patient evaluations, treatment documentation, and progress notes
• Strong communication, organization, prioritization, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to patient confidentiality, safety practices, and quality improvement

Occupational Therapy Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ functional abilities and occupational performance based on physician orders and available medical information.
• Complete initial and ongoing evaluations using appropriate occupational therapy assessment procedures.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings and patient or family goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions that support functional independence, safety, and participation in daily activities.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment strategies, home programs, adaptive equipment, and safe techniques.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care conferences, and discharge planning.
• Recommend and document appropriate equipment, caregiver training, discharge disposition, and follow-up needs.
• Complete timely and accurate evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, treatment plans, and other required documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapy colleagues, and other members of the care team to coordinate patient-centered care.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and support the development of students or new team members as assigned.
• Follow infection prevention, safe patient handling, workplace safety, and confidentiality standards.
• Maintain flexibility in scheduling, manage priorities effectively, and contribute to a respectful, service-focused care environment.

Apply now for this travel Occupational Therapist opportunity in Tallahassee, Florida, and join a dedicated hospital rehabilitation team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.