Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Peoria, IL. This opportunity is at a skilled nursing facility and involves helping patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily living skills while working in a new clinical environment.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Active Illinois Occupational Therapy state license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in skilled nursing or long-term care environments preferred.
- Experience with ADL training, adaptive equipment, and documentation in electronic health records preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
- Experience with restorative programs and fall prevention preferred.
Assignment Details
- Shift Hours: 08:30 - 16:30.
- Work pattern: Five 8-hour shifts per week.
- Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week.
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Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your service to patients. A comprehensive benefits package is available beginning on day one.
- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing may be available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Serve as an occupational therapist delivering restorative care in a skilled nursing setting. Maintain clinical growth through varied caseloads and interdisciplinary collaboration. Contribute to improved patient function, safety, and discharge outcomes while working with a supportive team.
Location Highlights
Peoria offers a mix of riverfront recreation and cultural attractions within easy reach. The Peoria Riverfront and the Peoria Civic Center are downtown landmarks less than a 10-minute drive from central neighborhoods. The nearby Forest Park Nature Center and Luthy Botanical Garden provide outdoor trails and gardens within a short commute. The area supports a suburban lifestyle with access to the Illinois River for boating and the Caterpillar Visitors Center as a local museum attraction.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
