Travel Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job overview

The Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) is an onsite role based in Canton, IL. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports the clinical therapy department at a local healthcare facility. The role exists to provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions that help patients recover and enhance skills for independent daily living. The OT evaluates patient needs, designs individualized treatment plans, and uses adaptive techniques to improve functional independence and quality of life.

What you'll do

• Create personalized therapy plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based practices, and patient goals.
• Deliver individualized occupational therapy interventions and treatments in accordance with the established treatment plan.
• Provide direct, hands-on therapy using adaptive techniques, modalities, and assistive devices to improve functional abilities in daily living and work-related tasks.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy goals, techniques, and strategies to enhance independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental ADLs.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure coordinated, holistic care.
• Track patient progress through regular evaluations, modify treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate documentation in the medical record.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

occupational therapist

canton il

fusion medical staffing

travel

clinical

healthcare

patient care

rehabilitation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage, 401(k) matching, Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours, Life and Short-term disability, Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs.

Why this role

Day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, 24/7 recruiter support.

About the employer

Fusion Medical Staffing is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists. Sector: 62.