Travel Occupational Therapist
Asheville, NC
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) – Inpatient Rehabilitation in Asheville, NC. 13-week travel contract for licensed OT with 1+ year rehab experience. Join a dedicated team at a leading rehabilitation hospital in the Blue Ridge Mountains and make a meaningful impact on patient recovery.

Job Details

• Location: Asheville, NC 28803 – Asheville, North Carolina (Blue Ridge Mountains). Ideal for Occupational Therapy jobs in Asheville, NC and North Carolina occupational therapy opportunities.
• Setting: 80-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital / rehab hospital
• Assignment Type: Travel Contract – 13-week travel assignment
• Start Date: April 13, 2026
• End Date: July 13, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 8 Hour Days
• Hours per Week: 40
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,810 – $1,940 (competitive pay for travel OT roles)

Job Requirements

• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) license in North Carolina (or eligibility to obtain state licensure)
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapist; experience in inpatient rehabilitation or acute care preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and ADL/IADL training skills
• Experience with stroke rehab, traumatic brain injury (TBI), amputation rehabilitation, and functional recovery interventions preferred
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills for collaborative, multidisciplinary care
• BLS certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional recovery, ADLs, and IADLs
• Treat patients recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, amputation, and other complex rehabilitation diagnoses
• Deliver skilled interventions including adaptive equipment training, compensatory strategies, and therapeutic activities to maximize independence
• Collaborate with physical therapists, speech therapists, physicians, nurses, and case managers as part of a multidisciplinary rehab team
• Educate patients and families on home programs, adaptive techniques, and safe discharge planning
• Document patient progress, outcomes, and treatment plans in accordance with hospital policies and rehabilitation documentation standards
• Contribute to a positive, patient-centered environment focused on quality outcomes and return-to-function

Why Join This Travel OT Opportunity

• Work in a supportive inpatient rehabilitation hospital with experienced rehab teams
• Competitive weekly pay for travel OT positions ($1,810 – $1,940)
• Experience Asheville, NC — vibrant arts, restaurants, and outdoor recreation in the Blue Ridge Mountains
• Perfect role for OTs seeking short-term travel assignments and career growth in rehabilitation

Apply now to be considered for this Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) position in Asheville, NC. Join our healthcare team today and help patients regain independence and reach their rehabilitation goals.

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