Occupational Therapist, Acute Care Hospital
Walla Walla, WA
American Consultants
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus
$2,344/weekOverview
- Start Date06/29/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Opportunity – Occupational Therapist – Walla Walla, WA 99362
Start Date: June 29, 2026
Location: Walla Walla, Washington
Schedule: Day shift, 4x10-hour (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM), rotating weekends on a 6-week basis. Expected patient ratio of 1:10.
Highlights:
- Short-term acute care facility with Level III Trauma Center designation and 104 staffed beds
- Epic charting system for comprehensive documentation
- Opportunity to work across multiple units including acute care, medical, ICU, and inpatient rehabilitation
- Diverse patient population including multi-trauma, spinal cord injuries, stroke, surgical, orthopedic, Parkinson's, and MS patients
- Close-knit, collaborative team environment in a regional hospital setting
- Reduced non-billable orientation hours
Requirements:
- Valid Washington state Occupational Therapy license (must be in hand at time of submission)
- Minimum 1 year of acute care experience required
- Inpatient rehabilitation experience strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Epic charting system preferred
- Experience with functional and static splints, orthoplast, kinesiotaping, and edema massage preferred
- Strong time management skills and ability to work independently
- Flexibility to float between acute, medical, ICU, and inpatient rehab units
- Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
Why Join Us?
This 13-week travel assignment offers the opportunity to work in a welcoming, team-oriented environment at a regional hospital serving diverse patient populations. You'll gain valuable experience across multiple specialties while enjoying the professional challenge of independent practice in a supportive acute care setting. Free parking is provided, and you'll work with a fun, close-knit therapy team that values collaboration and patient-centered care.
Employer
American Consultants
Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.
About Walla Walla, WA
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Walla Walla, WA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 55°F.
- Average winter highs of 40°F and lows of 30°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the town's size.
- Car friendliness is high, as the town is not heavily congested.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The town has a relatively homogenous population with a majority of White residents.
- The age range is diverse, with a significant portion of the population in the 25-44 age group.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses.
- The town offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants and wineries.
- It also has a growing arts and music community, and outdoor activities such as trail running and cycling are popular due to the picturesque surroundings.
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