Occupational Therapist - Acute Care
Bowling Green, KY
Critical Connection, inc
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,407/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pay
Description
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) passionate about helping patients regain independence following hospitalization or illness in a skilled nursing setting.
This role focuses on functional recovery, ADLs, and safe discharge planning. New grads encouraged to apply.
What You’ll Do
- Evaluate and treat patients with functional, cognitive, and physical impairments
- Address ADLs, IADLs, upper-extremity rehab, and adaptive strategies
- Provide 1:1 patient-centered care
- Collaborate with PT, SLP, nursing, and case management
- Complete accurate documentation and discharge planning
Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Active (or pending) state OT license
- SNF experience preferred, not required
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Guaranteed hours
- First-day benefits (medical/dental/vision)
- Housing & travel stipends
- License reimbursement
- $1,200 CEU allowance
- 401(k) and disability coverage
Employer
Critical Connection, inc
This isnʼt just a job you are looking for. You are building a career. CCI can help you make your next move and help you to know when itʼs the right move.
We want to know about your career and personal goals, including what you want to achieve now and well into the future. Building solid relationships through transparency and trust with our Therapists and Nurses is the foundation of our process.
CCI gives you access to opportunities with the best healthcare organizations and private practices
throughout the United States. We understand these healthcare providers' needs and the company culture, allowing us to connect you with the right employer for your career goals, skills, and financial objectives. Submitting your profile is just the start. We meet with you to learn more about who you are, both as a healthcare professional and as a person - your dreams, your strengths, and your values. Then you can leave the travel search to us. There is no stress, no hassles, no time wasted searching multiple want ads and job placement websites - just the best opportunities for you. CCIʼs commitment to getting to know each candidate guarantees the best professional and personal fit between CCI candidates and healthcare employers. Make the connection today!
About Bowling Green, KY
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Bowling Green, KY here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 88°F and lows of 68°F.
- Average winter highs of 45°F and lows of 26°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially with the presence of Western Kentucky University.
- Car friendliness is high, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- Bowling Green has a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities and the university.
- Plenty of restaurants, retail shops, and eateries in the downtown area.
- The city offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and visiting nearby national parks.
- There are also cultural attractions like the National Corvette Museum and motorsports park.
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