Ensign Group

Travel Contract Occupational Therapist

Ensign Group$70K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)
  • Open to all experience levels, including new graduates
  • Flexible and eager to travel
  • Strong orientation towards patient-centered care
  • Commitment to professional growth

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and treat patients in various rehab settings
  • Develop customized, evidence-based treatment plans
  • Implement therapeutic interventions to enhance functionality
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
  • Educate patients and their caregivers throughout the rehabilitation process
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
  • Facilitate safe discharge planning for patients

Benefits

  • Comprehensive full-time benefits package
  • Paid continuing education units (CEUs)
  • Reimbursement for state licensing fees
  • Company-provided laptop for remote work
  • Housing and travel support opportunities
  • No non-compete clauses, allowing flexibility to transition into permanent roles
Full Job Description
Occupational Therapist - Full Time Travel Contract

Join our elite team of traveling therapy professionals and experience a career designed for clinicians who crave flexibility, exploration, mentorship, and impact. As a Traveling Occupational Therapist with TheraTroopers, you'll work alongside passionate rehab teams across the country while helping patients regain independence and quality of life.

Whether you're a new grad eager to learn or an experienced OT looking for something more fulfilling, this opportunity lets you grow professionally while exploring new places and communities.

We are currently seeking adventurous and flexible Occupational Therapists willing to travel to our affiliated facilities across 17 states, including:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, Nevada, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Why This Isn't Your Average Travel Therapy Job:
  • Explore More - Stress Less
  • Work exclusively within our Ensign-affiliated Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care facilities, giving you consistency, support, and a true team environment wherever you go.
  • Feel Supported from Day One
  • New graduate? No problem. Receive hands-on clinical mentorship and support from experienced therapy leaders invested in your success.
  • Incredible Benefits That Travel With You
  • Competitive compensation
  • Full-time benefits package
  • Paid CEUs
  • State license reimbursement
  • Company-provided laptop
  • Streamlined EMR/documentation system across all locations
  • Housing/travel support opportunities
  • Freedom & Flexibility
  • No non-compete clauses. Fall in love with a location? You can transition into a permanent role at any time.
  • Be Part of Something Bigger

As part of TheraTroopers, Inc., an Ensign-affiliated company, you'll join a network of independently operated facilities focused on exceptional patient care, clinical excellence, and therapist empowerment.

What You'll Do:
  • Evaluate and treat patients in short-term rehab, long-term care, and outpatient settings
  • Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
  • Deliver skilled therapeutic interventions that improve function and independence
  • Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary care teams
  • Educate patients and caregivers throughout the rehab journey
  • Track patient progress and adapt treatment plans as needed
  • Support safe and successful discharge planning

What We're Looking For:
  • Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)
  • Open to all experience levels - new grads encouraged to apply
  • Flexible, positive, and excited to travel
  • Passionate about patient-centered care and professional growth

Your Next Adventure Starts Here



Learn more about the TheraTrooper experience at
https://www.flagshiptherapy.com/theratrooper


Disclaimer: Pay rates are competitive and determined by various factors. Please note that any rates labeled as "estimated" are provided by third-party job boards and may not accurately reflect the actual pay rates.

This job was posted and verified on 05/16/2026

About Ensign Group

The Ensign Group, Inc. is a holding company that provides healthcare services through its subsidiaries. The company's subsidiaries operate skilled nursing, assisted living, home health and hospice, and other healthcare facilities. Ensign Group's subsidiaries also provide rehabilitative therapy services, laboratory services, and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, California.
Learn more about Ensign Group
Size
25,900 employees
Market Cap
$5.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$170.4 million
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+9.7%
Revenue
$2.4 billion
NASDAQ

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