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About the job Occupational Therapist (OT)

Travel Occupational Therapist (OT)

Richmond, Virginia
Hospital / Inpatient Rehab
13-Week Assignment
Day Shift | 5x8s (Between 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Pay Package

Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,914/week

Travel compensation packages may include a mix of taxable pay and stipends, depending on eligibility.

Position Overview

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) for a hospital-based inpatient rehab unit in Richmond, VA.

This role involves treating patients with complex conditions, including stroke and neurological impairments, within a collaborative rehab team environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans

  • Provide therapy focused on neurological rehab, stroke recovery, and functional independence

  • Deliver interventions including:

    • Neuromuscular re-education

    • Therapeutic exercises and activities

    • Self-care training (ADLs)

    • Functional electrical stimulation

  • Utilize equipment such as Sara lifts, ceiling lifts, Bioness, and Diego systems

  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Meditech Expanse

  • Collaborate with PT, SLP, and interdisciplinary care teams

  • Participate in patient care conferences and discharge planning

  • Float to acute hospital units as needed based on census

Requirements

  • Active Virginia OT License

  • Minimum 2 years of hospital experience REQUIRED

  • Inpatient rehab experience preferred

  • Experience with stroke evaluation and treatment REQUIRED

  • Strong knowledge of neuro rehab techniques and ADLs

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital setting

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Assignment Details

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday (8-hour shifts)

  • Hours between 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  • Weekend rotation required

  • Patient ratio: ~4:1

  • Unit size: 44 beds

  • Team includes OT/PT teams, SLPs, and rehab techs

  • Floating required when rehab census is low

Facility Highlights

  • Joint Commission Stroke-Certified Facility

  • Advanced rehab equipment and technology

  • Strong interdisciplinary rehab team

  • Focus on high-quality patient outcomes and service excellence (AIDET model)