Travel Occupational Therapist Job in Waco, TX | Days (5x8)

Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - Hillcrest Waco, TX
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Occupational Therapy in Waco, TX
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$2,121
Setting
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Travel · Therapy
Shift
Days
5×8 hrs
Start Date
11/16
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This travel Occupational Therapist job in Waco, TX with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel Occupational Therapist contract at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - Hillcrest. This role pays $2,121 per week and follows a Days shift with a 5x8 schedule. Read more

In this travel Occupational Therapist job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1. Start your application today to learn more about this travel Occupational Therapist job in Waco, TX and other assignments available nationwide. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - Hillcrest
  • Location: Waco, TX 76712
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  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Days (5x8)
  • Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
  • Setting: Contact for details
  • EMR System: Epic

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patients' functional, cognitive, and daily-living needs and establish individualized treatment plans and goals
  • Deliver occupation-based interventions that rebuild independence in self-care, home, and daily activities
  • Recommend and train patients on adaptive equipment, energy-conservation techniques, and home and activity modifications
  • Reassess progress and adjust each plan of care as patients advance, directing and collaborating with Occupational Therapy Assistants and the interdisciplinary team

Travel Occupational Therapy Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Occupational Therapy experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Texas and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Travel Occupational Therapy Jobs Near Waco, TX

What certifications are required for travel Occupational Therapy jobs?
Facilities typically require current NBCOT certification as an Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR), along with BLS certification. You also need authorization to practice in the assignment’s state. Your recruiter can confirm exact requirements for this position.
How much experience do I need for a travel Occupational Therapy assignment?
Many travel OT assignments prefer at least one year of experience, ideally in the same setting as the job. Requirements vary, and some facilities consider therapists with less experience. Relevant skills include independently completing evaluations, developing treatment plans, and managing a daily caseload.
What licensing route covers this Texas travel OT contract?
Texas is not an OT Compact member, so an occupational therapist licensed elsewhere must obtain a Texas OT license before beginning this contract. Licensure by endorsement includes the Texas jurisprudence examination and fingerprinting. The state’s temporary license is limited to first-time NBCOT examination applicants, so it is not a bridge for an experienced OT applying with an existing out-of-state license. Confirm current fees, requirements, and application steps with the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Resources for this Occupational Therapy job in Waco

Explore Waco, TX

Ice Age fossils and riverside paths give Waco, TX, two distinct ways to explore the area's past during a temporary stay. The city's outpatient therapy services include physical therapy for orthopedic injuries and hand rehabilitation. At Waco Mammoth National Monument, guides explain fossils preserved where they were found, with a short paved path leading to the Dig Shelter. A guided tour is required to enter the shelter. Downtown, the Riverwalk offers a more casual outing, with several access points for choosing a short walk or a longer route along the Brazos. It passes beneath the Suspension Bridge, where the nearby Branding the Brazos sculptures depict a trail boss driving longhorns toward a crossing on the Chisholm Trail.

Travel Allied Health Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for clinicians. We are dedicated to connecting clinicians with the best travel jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in clinician care—not only by securing your first job but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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