Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $1,838 to $2,038 per week in Ewing Township, NJ

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Ewing Township, NJ. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients in a skilled nursing facility with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily living skills while experiencing a new community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active New Jersey Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing, long-term care, or rehabilitation settings preferred.
• Clinical experience treating geriatric populations, post-acute care, or patients with complex medical needs preferred.
• Documentation and electronic medical record proficiency required. Experience with common SNF EMRs preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
• Familiarity with restorative nursing programs, ADL retraining, and adaptive equipment recommendations preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 08:30 - 16:30.
• Workweek: 5 days per week, 8-hour shifts.
• Facility type: Skilled nursing facility.

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Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. A comprehensive benefits package is available beginning the first day of the assignment.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Medical benefits and 401(k) matching options.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• Housing options and travel reimbursement policies.

Impacting Patient Care

Join as an occupational therapist to deliver patient-centered care in a skilled nursing environment. Manage evaluations, create individualized treatment plans, implement ADL training, recommend adaptive equipment, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient discharge goals and functional independence. Accurate documentation and communication with nursing and therapy staff are required to ensure quality outcomes.

Location Highlights

Explore Ewing Township and nearby attractions. The area offers a short drive to downtown Trenton (about 10 minutes) and is within 30 minutes of Princeton, providing access to the Princeton University campus and cultural venues. Outdoor recreation includes nearby Mercer County Park with trail systems and boating on Mercer Lake, and the Delaware River waterfront is accessible within a 20- to 30-minute drive. Commuter access is convenient via I-295 and nearby NJ Transit rail and bus connections for regional travel.

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.