Occupational Therapist, Acute Rehabilitation Unit
Saint Joseph, MO
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT with Jackson Therapy Partners. We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a brand-new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Missouri Occupational Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred. BLS may be required by the facility.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, or medical-surgical settings preferred.
• Experience treating adults with neurologic or orthopedic impairments preferred, including ADL retraining, bed mobility, transfers, and splinting.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and documentation in an acute care or hospital environment is preferred.

Apply now and you'll be contacted by a recruiter who’ll give you more information!

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift details: Days 0800-1630.
• Setting: Inpatient acute care / rehabilitation unit.
• May be required to float to other units within the facility as needed.

Location Highlights

Saint Joseph, MO offers a mix of riverfront and historic attractions within a short drive of regional parks. The city sits on the Missouri River and features the Patee House Museum and the Pony Express National Museum within downtown, both about a 5–10 minute drive from the medical center. Saint Joseph is 30 miles north of Kansas City metropolitan amenities and about 90 minutes from Kansas City International Airport, providing convenient regional transit and flight options. Outdoor opportunities include nearby Krug Park and Lake Contrary County Park within 10–15 minutes for walking trails and seasonal recreation, supporting a suburban lifestyle with accessible urban and outdoor amenities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay.
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan.
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email.
• Competitive Referral Bonuses.
• 100% Paid Housing Available.
• Travel & License Reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as an occupational therapist and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app - designed for therapy professionals like you.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.