Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,987 per week

Company: AMN Healthcare Allied
Location: Edison
Posted on: January 17, 2026

Job Description:

AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in EDISON, New Jersey. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Occupational Therapist Discipline: Therapy Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Description & Requirements Occupational Therapist - Skilled - (OT) StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $1957.00 - $2017.00 Join a 13-week travel Occupational Therapist (OT) assignment in Edison, NJ, with 8-hour day shifts in a skilled nursing facility. Edison is known for its diverse community, excellent dining options, and proximity to New York City, making it a great place to live and work. As an OT, you will assess residents’ physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities to develop individualized treatment plans that promote independence and safety. You will evaluate daily living skills such as bathing, dressing, transferring, and medication management, as well as cognitive functions like memory and reasoning. OTs teach residents new ways to perform daily activities, recommend assistive devices, and suggest environmental modifications for safer navigation. You will also support community re-engagement, educate caregivers and family members on adaptive strategies, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to create coordinated care plans. Interventions focus on activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental ADLs, transfer training, functional mobility, and preparatory activities to help residents regain strength and independence. Qualifications typically include a degree in occupational therapy, state licensure, and strong skills in patient assessment, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Experience with rehabilitation and geriatric populations is recommended. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, exclusive discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, a clinical team, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 support. Apply now to join this Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) assignment in Edison, NJ. Required Qualifications Occupational Therapist, Skilled References: 1 Reference in entire work history Preferred Qualifications SNF Exp Active State License ASAP Start Date Job Benefits Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include: Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Competitive Housing Deal Refer a friend and earn extra cash! About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. occupational therapist, occupational therapy, OT, therapist, patient care, healthcare, health care, skilled care, skilled occupational therapist, skilled care occupational therapist, skilled AMN Healthcare Allied Job ID 3431653. 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: Occupational Therapist - Skilled - (OT) About AMN Healthcare Allied AMN Healthcare is a leading force in the healthcare industry, committed to being the most trusted, innovative, and influential partner for healthcare organizations. With a focus on providing quality patient care, AMN Healthcare offers holistic solutions that reduce costs, streamline processes, and improve efficiencies. The company boasts over 30 years of experience and takes pride in staffing leading healthcare facilities with the nation's best travelers. As an industry leader, AMN Healthcare offers a diverse team dedicated to supporting healthcare workers and facilities, ensuring a personalized and supportive experience for both clients and candidates. Visit https://www.vivian.com/agencies/amn-healthcare-allied/ for more information. Benefits Company provided housing options Medical benefits Dental benefits Continuing Education

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