Travel Occupational Therapist – Inpatient Rehab & Acute Care - $1,960 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Austin, Texas.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Occupational TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: ASAPDuration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hoursEmployment Type: TravelOccupational Therapist (OT) – Travel Contract | Austin, TX (78705) Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) – Austin, TX | 13-week travel contract. Texas OT license required; neuro rehab experience in stroke, spinal cord injury (SCI), or brain injury preferred. Join a leading hospital-based rehab team in the heart of Austin. Be part of a dynamic, award-winning rehabilitation program known for excellence in stroke, spinal cord injury, and amputee care. Experience Austin's vibrant culture, live music, outdoor activities, and welcoming community while working in a supportive hospital and outpatient setting. Job Details – Travel OT / Hospital Occupational Therapist Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,580 – $1,700 Location: Austin, TX 78705 (Austin OT jobs, Austin healthcare) Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 20, 2026) Shift: 8-hour days, Tuesday – Saturday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Hours per Week: 40 Setting: Inpatient Rehab Hospital, Acute Care, Outpatient Therapy Unit Size: 64-bed inpatient rehab; 400-bed acute care hospital; full outpatient services Role: Travel OT / Hospital Occupational Therapist – neuro rehab, stroke rehab, SCI care Qualifications – Occupational Therapist (OT) Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in Texas required (Texas OT license) Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in hospital, acute care, inpatient rehab, or outpatient settings Neuro background required: experience with spinal cord injury (SCI), brain injury, and stroke rehabilitation Comfortable transitioning between multiple programs and settings in a single day Familiarity with IPR post-acute guidelines and CARE tool assessment preferred Strong time management, productivity focus, and organizational skills Team-oriented, friendly, and effective communicator with interdisciplinary teams Scrub color: Caribbean Blue Responsibilities – OT Duties Provide direct patient care across acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy settings Deliver neuro-focused interventions for patients with stroke, SCI, and brain injury (neuro rehab and stroke rehab) Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams (PT, SLP, nursing, physicians, case management) to develop comprehensive care plans Perform CARE tool assessments and follow post-acute IPR guidelines to support patient outcomes Adhere to schedules and productivity standards while maintaining high-quality, patient-centered care Engage staff and patients to foster a collaborative, positive clinical environment Participate in weekend rotations as needed and adapt to variable caseloads across settings Why Join This Travel OT Opportunity? Work with an award-winning rehab team focused on complex neuro and amputation care Gain diverse clinical experience across inpatient rehab, acute hospital, and outpatient therapy Competitive weekly pay for travel therapy jobs and opportunities to expand your neuro rehab skill set Live and work in Austin, TX — a top location for healthcare professionals seeking culture, outdoor recreation, and community Interested in this Occupational Therapist travel job in Austin, TX? Apply now or contact our recruiter to learn more about this travel OT position and other healthcare jobs in Texas. Join our healthcare team today and bring your neuro rehab expertise to an exceptional hospital setting. Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.GHR Healthcare - Travel Job ID #471341. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: HospitalAbout GHR Healthcare - TravelFor over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.