Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,550 per week
Bellingham, WA, 98227, USA
- $255 p/hour
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- occupational therapist
- travel healthcare job
- skilled nursing facility
This role is for a travel Occupational Therapist working full-time at a skilled nursing facility in Bellingham, Washington, for a 13-week contract. The therapist will lead individual and group therapy sessions, collaborate with healthcare teams, and supervise support staff to improve patient outcomes. Experience with inpatient or long-term care populations is preferred, and the position offers comprehensive benefits including weekly pay and stipends.
iDEAL Hire is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Bellingham, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 01/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Title
- Occupational Therapist - SNF/LTC
Location
- Bellingham, WA
Schedule / Job Type
- Full-time, Contract
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the lead occupational therapist for inpatient cases within a skilled nursing facility.
- Conduct individual and group therapy sessions, including leading group therapy initiatives.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team and attend weekly Medicare, care plan, and team meetings.
- Supervise and coordinate care with PRN staff and support the facility’s quality and performance goals.
- Utilize clinical expertise to improve patient outcomes and support facility quality ratings.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Washington State OT license (or pending licensing) preferred.
- Experience working with inpatient or SNF populations is advantageous.
- Ability to lead group therapy and train in specialty cases if necessary.
- Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
- New graduates considered, with willingness to train in leadership responsibilities.
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior SNF or LTC experience appreciated but not required.
- Ability to adapt to a flexible schedule and quickly integrate into a team environment.
$2550 includes taxable hourly rate plus meals and lodging stipend. IDEAL JOB ID: 282862
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