Travel Home Health Occupational Therapist - $2,312 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Largo, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 20 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 20 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Home Health Occupational Therapist with at least 1 year of experience for a skilled home care position serving a diverse adult patient population in the St. Pete/Largo, FL area.

Details

• Home health setting serving Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insurance patients
• Day shift, 5x8-hour schedule (8:00–17:00)
• Diverse patient population including med/surg, cardiac, ortho, post-surgical, COPD, CHF, CVA, Parkinson's, neuro, trauma, amputees (AKA/BKA), and more
• Caseload of 6–8 home visits per day (minimum 6 points per day, may increase at manager's discretion)
• Self-scheduled visits and hours based on the needs of the home care office
• Charting and documentation via BayCare Forms, BayCare Scheduling, and Ace Timesheet
• Laptop, MiFi, and portable printer provided for field use
• Local candidates accepted

Requirements

• Current OT license — license required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of OT experience required; 2 years preferred
• Home health experience required
• Must be an independent practitioner
• Current BLS certification required
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required for home visits
• OASIS training preferred
• COVID vaccination or exemption form required
• Flu shot or signed declination required; mask required at all times while working regardless of vaccination status
• Proficiency in adult OT skills including ADLs, cardiac rehab, edema massage, feeding techniques, splinting, TENS, ultrasound, ortho, prosthetics/orthotics, standardized assessments, joint mobilization, home exercise programs, lifting and transfer, and patient/family education
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

Additional Information

• Conduct skilled home visits focused on functional rehabilitation, safety, injury prevention, and patient/family education
• Responsibilities include evaluation, documentation, billing, and telephone communication with patients and care team
• Scrub color: any solid color

American Traveler Job ID #P-714915. 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: Travel Occupational Therapist - Home Health

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.