Embark on a transformative journey as a Travel Occupational Therapist in Waco, Texas, where your expertise will empower patients to regain independence, confidence, and the ability to participate fully in daily life. This exciting assignment begins on 12/15/2025 and continues for several weeks, with a consistent commitment of 36.0 guaranteed hours each week. You’ll earn a competitive weekly rate, with pay ranging from $1,848 to $1,878, reflecting the critical role you play in restoring function and quality of life. In this role, you’ll work with interdisciplinary teams across diverse settings, applying your clinical judgment to evaluate, treat, and monitor progress, while also mentoring less experienced staff and sharing your knowledge to elevate the standard of care in every facility you touch.

Texas is a state of diverse experiences and welcoming communities, and Waco sits at the heart of that distinctive landscape. Working in Waco offers a warm, hospitable environment with a robust healthcare network, affordable living, and a thriving local culture. You’ll enjoy the chance to immerse yourself in a community known for its friendly neighborhoods, outdoor spaces along the Brazos River, and a growing array of dining, arts, and family-friendly attractions. Plus, the flexibility of travel assignments means you can explore other towns and regions across the U.S.—expanding your professional horizon while maintaining the stability of a trusted support system back home. While you can stay rooted in Waco during this assignment, the broader opportunity to rotate through varied facilities nationwide enables you to broaden your clinical repertoire, encounter different payer landscapes, and refine your therapeutic approach in a multitude of contexts.

Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities: As a Travel Occupational Therapist, you’ll assess functional limitations, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, and track functional outcomes across inpatient rehab, outpatient clinics, and home health settings. You’ll address activities of daily living, mobility, cognitive and perceptual skills, fine motor coordination, and adaptive equipment needs. Documentation will be thorough and timely, with clear communication to families, caregivers, and the broader care team. You’ll also participate in discharge planning and patient education to support continued progress after the episode ends.
- Professional growth: This assignment provides ongoing opportunities to deepen OT competencies within geriatrics, pediatrics, neurology, and rehabilitation, while honing leadership and mentorship skills. Expect exposure to innovative therapy modalities, telehealth integration, and collaborative problem solving with physicians, nurses, social workers, and case managers. You’ll be encouraged to pursue additional certifications and specialty experiences that align with your career goals.
- Benefits you can count on: In addition to competitive compensation, you may receive a sign-on or performance bonus where applicable, housing assistance or provided housing options, and the potential for contract extensions based on performance and facility needs. The role includes comprehensive travel-related perks such as relocation support, travel reimbursements, and flexible scheduling aligned with facility demands. A guaranteed 36 hours weekly ensures a consistent income stream and workload predictability.
- Support you’ll never have to navigate alone: You’ll have round-the-clock access to a dedicated travel support team and clinical leadership, available 24/7 to troubleshoot urgent issues, coordinate placement logistics, and assist with any patient-care or operational concerns. This robust support network is designed to reduce stress and maximize your focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
- Environment and collaboration: Expect a collaborative culture that values patient-centered outcomes, professional integrity, and open communication. You’ll work within environments that promote evidence-based practice, reflective supervision, and peer learning, all aimed at elevating your clinical confidence and job satisfaction.

Company Values:
Our organization is committed to empowering staff through clear career pathways, mentorship, and a culture of respect and inclusion. We invest in your professional development, celebrate achievement, and foster a supportive work environment where your expertise is recognized and your growth is a priority. You’ll find a team that values your contributions, seeks your input on program development, and supports you as you advance toward your most ambitious clinical and leadership goals.

Call to Action:
If you’re an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist ready to broaden your impact across dynamic healthcare settings, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join a company that prioritizes your growth, rewards your expertise, and stands beside you every step of the way as you deliver compassionate, transformative care. Take this opportunity to make a lasting difference in patients’ lives while expanding your professional horizons.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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Why Join TLC Nursing?
Competitive Compensation: Earn the best weekly rates on your assignment. We will beat any offer for the same open position.
Diverse Work Settings: You will experience diverse environments such as acute care, long-term care, schools, clinics, summer camps, and prisons.
Guaranteed Hours: Secure a consistent 36 or 40-hour workweek with opportunities for overtime.

Benefits:
Your Wellbeing Matters: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
25K Life Insurance on day one!
401k with matching contribution.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Immediate availability of Aflac for your purchase.
Stay Comfortable: Opt for our fully furnished housing, including utilities, or choose a housing stipend.
Unlimited referral bonus!
Access to unlimited continuing education units online.

We are proudly a Nurse-owned and operated travel nurse and travel healthcare staffing agency!

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