Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,038 per week
Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Hackensack, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 05/18/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT with Jackson Therapy Partners. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a new location.
Minimum Requirements- Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active New Jersey Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
- Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
- Experience providing restorative nursing program services, ADL retraining, and discharge planning preferred.
- Ability to document in electronic medical records preferred.
- Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Shift: Days.
- Shift Hours: 08:30 - 16:30.
- Shift Pattern: 5x8.
- Contract Length: 13 weeks.
Location Highlights
Hackensack, NJ offers convenient access to both urban and outdoor attractions. The city is approximately 12 miles from midtown Manhattan and a 20-minute drive to the George Washington Bridge, providing rapid transit options and commuter rail connections.Hackensack is within 30 minutes of the Hudson River waterfront and 40 minutes from the Palisades Interstate Park, offering hiking, riverfront paths, and scenic overlooks for an active lifestyle. The downtown area includes the Bergen County Cultural Center and local dining districts with short commutes and suburban living near major hospitals and retail centers.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your commitment to patient care. You will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide additional details.- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
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.
Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #443168. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year.Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do.
Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.