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American Traveler lists this Travel Home Health Occupational Therapist opportunity in city of west allis, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Occupational Therapist for a travel job in West Allis, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 11/02/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
Hours: 40 hrs/wk
Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for a Home Health position covering Kenosha and Racine Counties, requiring 3+ years of OT experience and a valid driver's license.
Details
Home health setting covering Kenosha and Racine Counties, Wisconsin
Treat adult patients exclusively in home health settings
Common diagnoses include geriatrics, post-stroke, post-joint replacement, weakness, deconditioning, COPD, and CHF
Collaborate with RN and PT interdisciplinary teams with daily morning phone huddles
Caseload of 6 patients/points per day, with evaluation visits weighted at 1.5 and standard visits at 1
Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, approximately
May require floating to neighboring counties, with most patients within 20-30 minutes but occasional travel up to an hour
No weekend rotation, on-call duties, or holiday requirements
EPIC EMR preferred
Requirements
WI OT license required if applicable
BLS certification required
Minimum 3 years of OT experience, preferably in home health, SNF, or acute care
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy accepted
Must have a personal vehicle, active driver's license, and active auto insurance
General OT treatment and evaluation skills with a focus on ADLs and adaptive equipment
Candidate's middle name or initial, DOB, and last 4 of SSN required for consideration
Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
Additional Information
Supported by RN and PT interdisciplinary team, RN supervisor, PT lead, PT manager, and other OTs
First day of orientation at National Avenue office in Milwaukee, including EPIC class, followed by orientation with a preceptor
Business casual attire or any color scrubs accepted
Parking available at patient homes
First-time travelers will be considered
Local candidates accepted at the same rate with no radius rules
Former employees of Advocate Health or subsidiaries must be separated at least 12 months before being eligible for travel assignments
RTO requests go through the manager
American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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.
Worksite address
city of west allis, WI, 53227, US
Who can apply
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