Acute Care Occupational Therapist
Walla Walla, WA
American Consultants
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,427/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- 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: November 2, 2026
Location: Walla Walla, Washington
Schedule: Day shift, 5x8-hour shifts (07:00 - 15:00), rotating weekends approximately every 3-4 weeks. Patient ratios of 8-9:1. Float coverage required between acute care, medical, ICU, and inpatient rehabilitation units.
Highlights:
- Work at a 104-bed Short Term Acute Care facility with Level III Trauma Center designation
- Reduced non-billable orientation – 0 hours versus standard 40 hours
- Diverse patient population including multi-trauma, stroke, spinal cord injury, orthopedic, and neurological diagnoses
- Collaborative, close-knit team environment in a regional hospital setting
- Epic charting system with no parking fees
- 91-day travel assignment through February 1, 2027
Requirements:
- Active Washington state Occupational Therapy license required at time of submission
- Minimum 1 year of acute care experience required
- Inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred
- Epic charting experience preferred
- Must be flexible to work across all hospital areas including acute, medical, ICU, and 8-bed inpatient rehab facility
- Strong time management skills and ability to work independently
- Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
- Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
Why Join Us?
This travel assignment offers the opportunity to work with a friendly, collaborative team in a regional hospital setting where you'll gain experience across multiple care environments. With a reduced orientation period and competitive compensation, you'll be able to make an immediate impact while treating a diverse patient population. Join a supportive team that values hard work, flexibility, and team collaboration in a beautiful Pacific Northwest community.
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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