Highlights

The unit serves a mixed patient population in a 60-bed facility, with notable features like high-tech therapy devices, pet therapy, outdoor healing garden, and specialized stroke and brain injury units. Required Qualifications: Valid occupational therapist certification; minimum of 2 years' relevant inpatient or skilled nursing facility experience; ability to work with geriatric, adult, and adolescent (no younger than 13) patient populations.

Description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Springfield, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 11/09/2026
Duration: 12 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 9 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Occupational Therapist inpatient (OT IP) position available in Springfield, MO. This role involves providing inpatient rehabilitation services to patients recovering from neuro, orthopedic, debility, cardiac, and other conditions. The position requires a focus on teamwork, communication, and responsible clinical care, with an emphasis on improving functional ability and quality of life in a dedicated rehabilitation hospital setting.

Job Details:

Location: Springfield, MO
Schedule: Days shift, 9 hours per day, minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Valid occupational therapist certification; minimum of 2 years' relevant inpatient or skilled nursing facility experience; ability to work with geriatric, adult, and adolescent (no younger than 13) patient populations
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with neuro, ortho, debility, and cardiac cases preferred
Additional Information: This role involves working with a patient ratio of approximately 7 to 1 in a facility equipped with EKSO, InMotion Upper Extremity Robotic, and Body Weight Support systems. The unit serves a mixed patient population in a 60-bed facility, with notable features like high-tech therapy devices, pet therapy, outdoor healing garden, and specialized stroke and brain injury units. The team emphasizes exceptional patient care with a clinical focus on improving functionality and independence.

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

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1322700. Pay package is based on 9 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OT - OT IP Occupational Therapist Inpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

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.

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus