Occupational Therapist - Acute Care
Chelsea, MI
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$1,888/weekOverview
- Start Date06/01/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while exploring a new location.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active Michigan Occupational Therapist license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC required.
- Experience with Epic electronic health record preferred.
- Experience providing acute care or inpatient hospital occupational therapy preferred.
- Ability to work rotating weekends, typically two weekend shifts per month, required.
Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide additional information.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Hospital.
- Shift Name: Days.
- Shift Hours: 07:30 - 16:00.
- Days: Days with rotating weekends; two weekend shifts per month are required.
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks.
- Holiday coverage includes July 4th and Labor Day.
- Epic experience required by client.
Location Highlights
Chelsea, MI offers a mix of small-town and outdoor lifestyle opportunities. The city is adjacent to Hudson Mills Metropark, about a 10–15 minute drive, providing hiking, canoeing, and cross-country skiing. The nearby Waterloo State Recreation Area lies approximately 20–30 minutes away and offers over 20,000 acres of trails and lakes for hiking and boating. Chelsea features a downtown historic district with galleries and restaurants within walking distance, and Ann Arbor is about a 25–30 minute drive, providing expanded cultural attractions, professional sports, and regional transit connections. The area suits clinicians seeking a suburban setting with convenient access to both outdoor recreation and urban amenities.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your commitment to patient care. A recruiter will review benefits and eligibility during the application process.
- 24/7 recruiter support.
- Travel and license reimbursement available per company policy.
- Opportunities for full medical benefits and retirement options depending on eligibility.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
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.
Chelsea, MI
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