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Verified Pay check_circle $1,970 per week
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Lake Jackson, Texas

About this job

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Lake Jackson, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Occupational Therapist
  • Discipline: Therapy
  • Start Date: 09/28/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Occupational Therapist Inpatient (OT IP) Lake Jackson, Texas. This position involves providing inpatient occupational therapy services to geriatric and adult patients with diagnoses such as cerebrovascular accident (CVA), hip fractures, myopathies, and general debility. The role offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant Gulf Coast community, combining a professional setting with access to local beaches and cultural attractions.

Job Details

  • Certifications: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)
  • Education: Completion of an occupational therapy program
  • Degree Requirements: Not specified
  • Location: Lake Jackson, Texas
  • Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in inpatient occupational therapy
  • Position Type: OT Inpatient
  • Shift: Days, 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
  • Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours, minimum 40 hours per week
  • Float: Float rotation may be required, with options to float to medical/surgical units if interested
  • Additional Information: Responsible for performing physical transfers, utilizing equipment such as Arjo Lift, and working with a patient ratio of 7:1. Experience with electronic health records using Epic is preferred. The role requires adaptability and teamwork for caring for geriatric and adult populations with common diagnoses including CVA and hip fractures.
  • Submission Requirements: Candidates are encouraged to apply with their current certifications and proof of completion of required educational qualifications.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

  • Private housing or generous housing allowance
  • Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
  • Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
  • Competitive salaries
  • Referral bonuses
  • Travel reimbursement
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Direct deposit/free checking
  • Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1297242. 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 IP Occupational Therapist Inpatient.

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.

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Nearby locations

Posting ID: 1286519737 Posted: 2026-08-31 Job Title: Occupational Therapist Inpatient