Travel Occupational Therapist
Springfield, MO
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Travel COTA opportunity: 12-week inpatient rehabilitation contract in Springfield, MO (65804) at a nationally ranked rehab hospital — advanced neuro and orthopedic rehab in the Ozarks. Join our travel therapy team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) and help patients recover from strokes, brain/spinal cord injuries, amputations, and complex orthopedic conditions.

About the Role & Location

This travel COTA position is based at a state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in Springfield, Missouri. Springfield (zip code 65804) offers a welcoming community, beautiful parks, and easy access to outdoor recreation in the Ozarks — ideal for travel therapists seeking work-life balance in Missouri travel jobs.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,350 – $1,460
• Location: Springfield, MO (65804) — Springfield Missouri travel job
• Setting: Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF Division) — inpatient rehab, rehabilitation hospital
• Contract Duration: 12 weeks (April 6, 2026 – June 29, 2026)
• Shift: 8 Hour Days (08:00 – 16:30)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Patient Population: Geriatric, adult, and pediatric (ages 13+)
• Unit Size: 60 beds
• Patient Ratio: 7:1
• Specialized Equipment: EKSO, InMotion UE Robotic, body weight support — robotic therapy, advanced therapy equipment
• Electronic Health Record: UDS and Epic (Epic EHR experience preferred)

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential required
• At least 2 years of experience in inpatient rehabilitation or skilled nursing facility (IRF or SNF)
• Ability to work with neurological (neuro rehab), orthopedic (ortho rehab), debility, and cardiac diagnoses
• Strong teamwork, communication, work ethic, and responsibility — ideal for multidisciplinary hospital teams
• Preferred: Experience with advanced therapy equipment and technology (EKSO, InMotion, body weight support systems)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Occupational Therapists in delivering high-quality rehabilitation services to patients recovering from neurological, orthopedic, and complex medical conditions
• Utilize specialized equipment and robotic therapy technology to support patient progress and functional recovery
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (PT, SLP, nursing, physicians) to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Document patient evaluations, progress notes, and outcomes using UDS and Epic EHR systems
• Promote a positive, healing environment for patients and families, participating in pet therapy and recreational programs as appropriate
• Contribute to the hospital’s reputation for excellence in patient care and rehabilitation outcomes — focused on measurable functional gains

Why Join This Travel Therapy Job?

• Work at a nationally ranked rehabilitation hospital with advanced rehab technology
• Competitive weekly pay for travel COTA roles in Missouri
• Opportunity to gain experience with robotic-assisted therapy and interdisciplinary inpatient rehab
• Enjoy Springfield, MO — outdoor recreation and a welcoming community in the Ozarks

Apply now to join our travel therapy team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Springfield, MO. Submit your resume today and take the next step in your inpatient rehab career!

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