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Job description
Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Jacksonville, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
nOccupational Therapist Pediatrics (PEDS OT) The organization is seeking an experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapist to provide outpatient therapy services in a critical access facility. This role involves delivering development therapy and sensory integration treatments to pediatric patients, primarily adolescents, infants, and children with developmental delays, sensory issues, and autism. The position starts on October 19, 2026, and concludes on January 18, 2027.
nJob Details
nnCertifications: BLS, NBCOT
nEducation/Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience required in pediatric outpatient therapy, including assessment, evaluation, discharge planning, and use of sensory therapy equipment; experience with sensory-friendly environments preferred
nLocation: Critical Access facility with 25 beds, operating on dayshift from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, 40 hours per week
nResponsibilities include performing activities of daily living assessments, neurodevelopmental treatment, patient/family education, and therapy planning for pediatric development issues, autism, sensory integration, and related diagnoses
nCharting System Experience: Required Cerner
nSchedule: Days, 8-hour shifts, minimum 40 hours per week
nAdditional details: Candidates must be pre-closed at time of submission, provide SSN and DOB, and confirm start and RTO (requested time off) days upfront. Floating may be required within scope.
nPreferred Qualifications: Experience in community hospital settings, sensory therapy equipment, developing treatment plans for pediatric clients, and working with adolescents and infants
nRTO Restrictions: Ideally no more than 5 days off may be scheduled during assignment, and candidates must work at least 2 of the 3 major holidays
n nBenefits
nnThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:nnPrivate housing or generous housing allowance
nComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
nDependent health insurance with prescription coverage
nCompetitive salaries
nReferral bonuses
nTravel reimbursement
n401(k) retirement plan
nDirect deposit/free checking
nUnlimited free CE credits
n n
n Cross Country Allied Job ID # . 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: OT - OT PEDS Occupational Therapist Pediatrics.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
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Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
jacksonville, IL, 62650, US
Who can apply
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