Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Garland, TX. Provide outpatient therapy services that help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily living, work, and leisure skills. Evaluate patients, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. Supervise support staff and students as assigned. Maintain professional licensure, adhere to state practice acts, and follow clinic policies and safety protocols.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active Texas Occupational Therapist license required to start the assignment.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience in outpatient therapy settings preferred.
- Demonstrated competency in completing comprehensive evaluations, developing treatment plans, goal writing, and clinical documentation, including letters of medical necessity and charge entry.
- Ability to supervise students and delegate to discipline-specific therapy staff.
- Familiarity with state and federal documentation and billing guidelines and providing care under valid physician orders and insurance approvals.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous travel therapy experience preferred.
- Experience working with a variety of adult outpatient diagnoses preferred.
- Participation in professional development and continuing education preferred.
Assignment Details
- Shift pattern: 5x8.
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Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your time and commitment. Benefit options begin on day one and support your professional and personal needs.
- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Provide high-quality outpatient occupational therapy focused on functional outcomes and safe, patient-centered care. Participate in performance improvement initiatives and uphold organizational safety practices, including safe patient handling, infection control, and environmental safety. Contribute to a culture of professionalism, ethical practice, and continuous learning.
Location Highlights
Garland, TX offers accessible urban and outdoor amenities within a short drive. The city is approximately 15 miles northeast of downtown Dallas and provides access to urban attractions such as the Dallas Arts District and the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden. Lake Ray Hubbard is nearby, offering boating, fishing, and waterfront recreation within a 10–20 minute drive from many Garland neighborhoods. Local options include historic downtown Garland with dining and entertainment venues, the Firewheel Town Center shopping district, and several public parks and trails for an active lifestyle.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.