Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Pediatric Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Jacksonville, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Pediatric Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Occupational Therapist Pediatrics located in a critical access facility. This outpatient role involves providing development therapy and sensory integration services to pediatric patients, including adolescents, infants, and children with developmental delays, sensory issues, and autism.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Certification in BLS, NBCOT; 3 years of experience; active Illinois license; experience with pediatric outpatient therapy, sensory integration, development delays, autism, and related assessments.
- Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience, with 1 year of charting system experience in Cerner. The role involves a daily census of approximately 7 patient visits, with therapy focused on sensory, developmental, and neurodiversity concerns. The environment is sensory-friendly and accommodating, with specialized gyms and equipment. Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, interpretation services, and social services. All candidates must be pre-closed at the time of submission, with completed compliance requirements, including Illinois licensure and background checks. Floating within scope may be required, and orientation includes virtual onboarding with module completion.
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 #1323596. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OT - OT PEDS Occupational Therapist Pediatrics.
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