Travel Occupational Therapist, Acute Care

Company: American Traveler
Location: Canton
Posted on: March 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Canton, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Occupational Therapist - Discipline: Therapy - Start Date: 03/30/2026 - 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: Mar 30, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist with 2 years of acute care experience for a 13-week assignment at a hospital OT department in Georgia, supporting a wide variety of medical and surgical patients. Details - Acute care OT department within a hospital setting - Supports patients across the hospital based on physician orders, including ICU, stroke/neurological, orthopedic, and general debility cases - 8-hour day shifts, 8:30am–5:00pm, schedule may vary - 5 shifts per week - EMR: Cerner (OneChart) Requirements - Active Georgia OT license required (license required if applicable) - Minimum 2 years of experience in occupational therapy, specifically within acute care - Current AHA BLS certification required - Driver's License required for consideration Additional Information - Provide occupational therapy services to acute care patients across a broad range of medical and surgical diagnoses - Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible - Former permanent staff returning as travelers must have a 2-year break before being considered - Any requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed upfront — requests cannot be made after an offer is extended - AHA certifications submitted must be current and unexpired American Traveler Job ID P-679427. 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 About American Traveler 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.

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