Travel Occupational Therapist
Newport, OR
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,415/weekOverview
- Start Date08/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Occupational Therapist Inpatient in Newport, Oregon. This role involves evaluating and treating patients with injuries or conditions affecting self-care, mobility, or functional independence within an acute care hospital setting. The position requires collaboration with the rehabilitation team to provide therapist-driven treatment for inpatient services, shared between two facility locations, on a PRN basis.
Job Details:
- Location: Newport, Oregon
- Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Current unencumbered Oregon Occupational Therapist license; Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; must have 0 years of experience; no additional education or degree requirements specified
- Preferred Qualifications: Not specified
- Float: Float rotation may be required
- Additional Information: When submitting, include a preferred time to interview and the best method to contact the candidate (call or email). The assignment is to be shared between the outpatient and inpatient departments on an as-needed basis.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
Recommends working with Cross Country Allied
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You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Newport, OR
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Newport, OR here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Newport, OR is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 60-70°F, while winter lows range from 40-50°F.
- Short term rentals may be available, but they could be limited due to the popularity of the area as a tourist destination.
- Newport is car-friendly, but public transportation options may be limited.
- The population of Newport, OR is diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the coastal environment.
- There may be a small population of travel nurses in the area.
- Newport offers a variety of activities including exploring tide pools, visiting the Oregon Coast Aquarium, touring lighthouses, and enjoying the laid-back atmosphere of Historic Nye Beach.
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