Travel Occupational Therapist Job
Skowhegan, ME
Contracted
Powerback - Contract - Cedar Ridge Skowhegan -R10A75
Mid Level
Step into a life-changing travel opportunity as an Occupational Therapist in Maine, Skowhegan, and become a pivotal part of rehabilitation that restores independence, confidence, and daily function for individuals across diverse settings. In this dedicated travel assignment, you’ll weave clinical mastery with compassionate care, designing and delivering evidence-based therapy that empowers patients to reclaim meaningful participation in home, work, and community life. You’ll collaborate with a dynamic interdisciplinary team, champion patient-centered goals, and watch as small gains compound into lasting, transformative outcomes. This is more than a contract—it’s a chance to broaden your impact, deepen your expertise, and grow as a clinician while experiencing the unique warmth and beauty of Maine. Discover a state renowned for its welcoming towns, vibrant fall colors, pristine waterways, and outdoor adventures that invite you to unwind after meaningful days of therapy. In Skowhegan, you’ll find a tight-knit community with a strong sense of place, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions celebrated.
Maine’s landscapes invite exploration and renewal, from the Kennebec River’s easy kayak trips to winding roadways that reveal coastal villages and forested hills. The state’s coast, lakes, and mountains provide a backdrop for lasting memories—whether you’re savoring fresh seafood on a waterfront promenade, hiking a forest trail, or catching a sunset over a quiet lake. As a traveling Occupational Therapist, you’ll have opportunities to appreciate Maine’s natural beauty during earned time off, while bringing high-quality rehabilitation services to Skowhegan and nearby communities. The beauty of the state accompanies your professional journey as you refine clinical skills and build relationships with patients and families who value your expertise.
Location Benefits:
- Work in Skowhegan, with the option to experience other locations across the United States, expanding your professional network and exposing you to varied patient populations and clinical environments.
- Benefit from a supportive, patient-focused culture that prioritizes thorough assessments, personalized interventions, and measurable outcomes for functional independence.
- Enjoy the flexibility to engage in a role that honors work-life balance, while gaining exposure to diverse practice settings—from acute care to post-acute rehabilitation—and refining your repertoire of therapeutic techniques.
- Embrace Maine’s seasonal appeal, complemented by a robust healthcare community that facilitates collaboration, mentorship, and ongoing learning. The assignment aligns with a start date of January 26, 2026, offering a structured, purposeful path that supports your professional goals.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, interpret findings, and develop customized treatment plans to restore self-care, mobility, cognitive functioning, and adaptive equipment needs. Implement therapeutic activities, prescribe and train effective home exercise programs, and monitor progress using evidence-based outcomes. Document thoroughly, communicate with physicians and the care team, and contribute to discharge planning to optimize transitions to home or community settings.
- Professional Growth: Engage in ongoing mentorship, case reviews, and opportunities to advance within the specialty of occupational therapy. Exposure to diverse clinical presentations will sharpen differential assessment skills, enhance intervention strategies, and expand your competencies in adaptive technologies, splinting, wheelchair seating, and pragmatic functional training.
- Competitive Compensation: Weekly pay ranges from $2,190 to $2,301, reflecting your expertise and the value you bring to the team. Guaranteed hours are 36.0 per week for the duration of the assignment, with extension opportunities based on performance and service needs.
- Housing and Bonuses: Benefit from housing assistance designed to ease transition and relocation, plus potential for a supportive bonus structure tied to performance milestones and assignment length.
- Comprehensive Support: Receive 24/7 support while traveling with the company, including access to clinical leadership, credentialing assistance, and a streamlined point of contact for day-to-day needs. From onboarding to ongoing supervision and peer collaboration, you’re never alone on this journey.
- Assignment Dynamics: Start date is January 26, 2026, with a flexible assignment length measured in weeks. The position offers extension opportunities to continue serving communities you come to know and care about, based on mutual fit and organizational needs.
Company Values:
Our organization is dedicated to empowering its staff, fostering an environment where clinical excellence and career advancement go hand in hand. We believe in recognizing expertise, supporting professional development, and cultivating a collaborative, respectful workplace where every clinician can thrive. You’ll find transparent communication, proactive resource access, and a culture that prioritizes patient outcomes, clinician well-being, and continuous improvement. The company’s dedication to staff empowerment translates into clearer pathways for specialization, leadership opportunities, and ongoing education that keeps you at the forefront of occupational therapy practice.
Call to Action:
If you’re an Occupational Therapist who believes in functional empowerment, patient-centered care, and lifelong growth, this is your invitation to join a mission-driven team that values your contribution and supports your professional development as you navigate Maine and beyond. Apply today to embark on a rewarding travel journey that blends clinical impact with personal enrichment, and become part of a company that stands beside you every step of the way as you shape the future of occupational therapy care.
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. Start date and assignment details reflect current information and are subject to change based on project needs and regulatory requirements.
Maine’s landscapes invite exploration and renewal, from the Kennebec River’s easy kayak trips to winding roadways that reveal coastal villages and forested hills. The state’s coast, lakes, and mountains provide a backdrop for lasting memories—whether you’re savoring fresh seafood on a waterfront promenade, hiking a forest trail, or catching a sunset over a quiet lake. As a traveling Occupational Therapist, you’ll have opportunities to appreciate Maine’s natural beauty during earned time off, while bringing high-quality rehabilitation services to Skowhegan and nearby communities. The beauty of the state accompanies your professional journey as you refine clinical skills and build relationships with patients and families who value your expertise.
Location Benefits:
- Work in Skowhegan, with the option to experience other locations across the United States, expanding your professional network and exposing you to varied patient populations and clinical environments.
- Benefit from a supportive, patient-focused culture that prioritizes thorough assessments, personalized interventions, and measurable outcomes for functional independence.
- Enjoy the flexibility to engage in a role that honors work-life balance, while gaining exposure to diverse practice settings—from acute care to post-acute rehabilitation—and refining your repertoire of therapeutic techniques.
- Embrace Maine’s seasonal appeal, complemented by a robust healthcare community that facilitates collaboration, mentorship, and ongoing learning. The assignment aligns with a start date of January 26, 2026, offering a structured, purposeful path that supports your professional goals.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, interpret findings, and develop customized treatment plans to restore self-care, mobility, cognitive functioning, and adaptive equipment needs. Implement therapeutic activities, prescribe and train effective home exercise programs, and monitor progress using evidence-based outcomes. Document thoroughly, communicate with physicians and the care team, and contribute to discharge planning to optimize transitions to home or community settings.
- Professional Growth: Engage in ongoing mentorship, case reviews, and opportunities to advance within the specialty of occupational therapy. Exposure to diverse clinical presentations will sharpen differential assessment skills, enhance intervention strategies, and expand your competencies in adaptive technologies, splinting, wheelchair seating, and pragmatic functional training.
- Competitive Compensation: Weekly pay ranges from $2,190 to $2,301, reflecting your expertise and the value you bring to the team. Guaranteed hours are 36.0 per week for the duration of the assignment, with extension opportunities based on performance and service needs.
- Housing and Bonuses: Benefit from housing assistance designed to ease transition and relocation, plus potential for a supportive bonus structure tied to performance milestones and assignment length.
- Comprehensive Support: Receive 24/7 support while traveling with the company, including access to clinical leadership, credentialing assistance, and a streamlined point of contact for day-to-day needs. From onboarding to ongoing supervision and peer collaboration, you’re never alone on this journey.
- Assignment Dynamics: Start date is January 26, 2026, with a flexible assignment length measured in weeks. The position offers extension opportunities to continue serving communities you come to know and care about, based on mutual fit and organizational needs.
Company Values:
Our organization is dedicated to empowering its staff, fostering an environment where clinical excellence and career advancement go hand in hand. We believe in recognizing expertise, supporting professional development, and cultivating a collaborative, respectful workplace where every clinician can thrive. You’ll find transparent communication, proactive resource access, and a culture that prioritizes patient outcomes, clinician well-being, and continuous improvement. The company’s dedication to staff empowerment translates into clearer pathways for specialization, leadership opportunities, and ongoing education that keeps you at the forefront of occupational therapy practice.
Call to Action:
If you’re an Occupational Therapist who believes in functional empowerment, patient-centered care, and lifelong growth, this is your invitation to join a mission-driven team that values your contribution and supports your professional development as you navigate Maine and beyond. Apply today to embark on a rewarding travel journey that blends clinical impact with personal enrichment, and become part of a company that stands beside you every step of the way as you shape the future of occupational therapy care.
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. Start date and assignment details reflect current information and are subject to change based on project needs and regulatory requirements.
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