Travel Occupational Therapist
Urbana, IL
AHS Staffing
5x8 hrs

Travel Occupational Therapist – Acute Care (NICU/PEDS)

Location: Urbana, Illinois
Assignment Dates: June 15, 2026 – September 12, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Duration: 13 weeks (89 days)
Employment Type: Travel
Guaranteed Hours: 40 per week

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to join an acute care team, primarily supporting NICU/Pediatric patient populations. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centered care while serving as a clinical resource for staff and students.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Evaluate and treat patients across the lifespan, with a focus on NICU and pediatric populations
• Develop individualized plans of care including goals, treatment approaches, expected outcomes, and discharge planning
• Modify treatment plans based on patient response and evidence-based practice
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments using appropriate examination and screening techniques
• Establish diagnoses and determine therapy outcomes based on clinical findings

Patient & Family Engagement

• Educate patients, families, and caregivers using effective teaching strategies
• Collaborate with patients and families throughout the rehabilitation process
• Provide training and guidance to support continuity of care post-discharge

Documentation & Compliance

• Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress, and outcomes according to regulatory and organizational standards
• Utilize standardized outcomes measures to ensure accurate tracking of patient progress

Team Collaboration & Leadership

• Communicate patient status, progress, and discharge recommendations with the interdisciplinary care team
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and rehabilitation technicians
• Monitor delegated care and provide feedback to support staff development

Safety & Operations

• Demonstrate proper body mechanics and safe patient handling techniques
• Assist with patient transfers as needed (bed, chair, floor)
• Utilize support personnel appropriately within legal and ethical guidelines

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist (OT) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA)
• NICU and/or PICU experience required
• Acute care and inpatient experience required

Preferred Skills

• Strong clinical reasoning and adaptability in a fast-paced acute care environment
• Effective communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Experience with pediatric and neonatal rehabilitation