Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $1,890 to $2,090 per week in Lynnwood, WA

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. 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 daily skills while exploring a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Washington State Occupational Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Experience or willingness to work in a Skilled Nursing Facility/Long Term Care environment.
• Graduate/new graduates welcome. Prior clinical experience with geriatric, post-acute, or long-term care populations preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required. Ability to collaborate with PT, SLP, nursing, and interdisciplinary team members.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: 8H Day.
• Guaranteed Hours: 35 per week.
• Overtime Threshold: after 40 hours.
• Float Required: No.
• Charge Responsibilities: No.

Location Highlights

Lynnwood, WA offers convenient access to urban and outdoor amenities. Downtown Seattle is about a 20–30 minute drive depending on traffic, and Everett is approximately 20 miles north providing additional medical centers and maritime activities. The city is near Lynnwood Recreation Center and Alderwood Mall, offering shopping and fitness options within a 10–15 minute drive, suitable for an urban-suburban lifestyle. Mountlake Terrace and Edmonds waterfronts are within a 15–20 minute commute, providing ferry access to Whidbey Island and Puget Sound recreation. For outdoor adventure, the Cascade Mountains are roughly 60–90 minutes east for hiking, skiing, and camping. Public transit options include Community Transit bus lines and easy connections to regional transit toward Seattle and Everett, supporting commuters and weekend exploration.

Role Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional abilities and develop individualized treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
• Provide hands-on therapy and document patient progress, maintaining accurate treatment records.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and nursing staff.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on techniques to support continued care and safety.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and facility policies.

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EEO Statement

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.