Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab & Acute Care
San Antonio, TX
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$1,777/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT with Jackson Therapy Partners. We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide evaluations and treatments for neuro and orthopedic in-patient rehab and acute care patients while working in San Antonio, TX.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active Texas Occupational Therapy license required. No temporary licenses allowed.
- Minimum 2 years clinical experience required. Client prefers 2–3 years of experience in inpatient rehab and/or acute hospital settings.
- Required experience performing in-patient rehabilitation and hospital-based OT evaluations and treatments (neuro and ortho). Experience with acute settings such as orthopedics, telemetry and ICU preferred.
- Documentation experience with Meditech preferred.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Ability and willingness to float to other units as needed per facility floating policy.
- Preferred: bilingual English/Spanish, NDT or brain injury certifications. These are preferred and not required.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Hospital.
- Unit: Physical Therapy / Inpatient Rehab and Acute Care.
- Shift name: Days.
- Shift hours: 08:00–17:00 (Days).
- Weekend requirement: Two weekend shifts per month; weekday compensatory days provided.
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week.
- Start time no later than 08:00 AM.
- Floating: Travelers are required to float as needed per facility policy.
- Call requirements: To be discussed during interview.
- Assignment length: 13 weeks.
Location Highlights
San Antonio offers a mix of cultural attractions and outdoor recreation within short drives. The River Walk and the historic Alamo are downtown landmarks located within minutes of major hospitals, providing urban dining and cultural experiences. Mission Reach of the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is approximately 10–15 minutes south of downtown and offers multi-mile trails and access to San Antonio’s UNESCO World Heritage missions. For outdoor day trips, Government Canyon State Natural Area is about a 30–40 minute drive northwest and provides hiking and primitive camping. The Pearl District and Southtown neighborhoods provide walkable dining, art galleries, and weekend farmer’s markets within a 10–20 minute commute from central San Antonio. San Antonio International Airport is roughly 15 minutes from downtown, supporting regional travel and connections.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
1 nurse recommends working with Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
About San Antonio, TX
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in San Antonio, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in San Antonio is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- The average high in summer is around 95°F, while the average low in winter is around 40°F, offering a mix of hot summers and mild winters.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in San Antonio, with a variety of choices available for travel nurses.
- San Antonio is relatively car-friendly, with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar system, providing convenient travel within the city.
- San Antonio is a diverse city with a wide range of demographics.
- It has a relatively young population, and common health issues may include allergies due to the climate.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area, creating a supportive community.
- San Antonio offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a rich cultural heritage with art and music events, and a strong focus on sports and outdoor activities.
- The River Walk, the Alamo, and the Tower of the Americas are popular attractions for both locals and visitors.
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