Occupational Therapist Inpatient
Walla Walla, WA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,295/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Occupational Therapist Inpatient (OT IP) position in a short-term acute care facility located in Washington. This role involves providing occupational therapy services across multiple units including Acute, Medical, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF). The ideal candidate will be operationally flexible, team-oriented, and possess acute care experience to support a diverse patient population with diagnoses such as multi-trauma, spinal cord injury, stroke, orthopedic, Parkinsons disease, multiple sclerosis, and others.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 8-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week, starting on 10/19/2026 and ending on 01/18/2027.
- Required Qualifications: Valid Washington State licensure, at least 0 years of experience, acute care experience, ability to float between units including ICU and IRF, and familiarity with Epic charting system.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with IPR (Inpatient Rehabilitation) and additional ability to work collaboratively with medical teams.
- Float: Float rotation may be required between units such as acute, medical, ICU, and inpatient rehab facilities.
- Additional Information: Must be flexible to work across all hospital units, work as part of a team, pick up additional patients if necessary, and demonstrate independence with time management. Candidates should be friendly, outgoing, and a good team fit.
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
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Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
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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 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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