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GHR HealthcareRoanoke Rapids, NCTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Roanoke Rapids, NC
Job type
Travel
Profession
Occupational Therapist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 7, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$45.13
Weekly
$1,805
Yearly (full-time)
$93,860
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
October 19, 2026

This job pays about $45.13/hour — 1% above the median for Occupational Therapist jobs in North Carolina ($44.68/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Occupational Therapist jobs in North Carolina right now

  • 12 open Occupational Therapist jobs in North Carolina from 4 agencies, 2 of them in Roanoke Rapids.
  • Pay in these listings: $33.65 – $61.73/hour, median $45.12/hour.
  • Typical Occupational Therapist pay in North Carolina: $44.68/hour ($92,934/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($46.01/hour across 2 jobs).

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Job description

Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) Jobs – Outpatient Rehabilitation | 13-Week Contract in Roanoke Rapids, NC

Join a collaborative outpatient rehabilitation team in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, as a Travel Occupational Therapist (OT). Help patients improve function, independence, and quality of life through individualized occupational therapy while gaining valuable experience in a welcoming northeastern North Carolina healthcare setting.

Occupational Therapist Job Details

  • Specialty: Occupational Therapist (OT) – Outpatient Rehabilitation
  • Assignment Type: 13-week travel occupational therapy contract
  • Location: Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina
  • Start Date: October 19, 2026
  • End Date: January 17, 2027
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,740–$1,870
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, days
  • Shifts: 5 shifts per week
  • Shift Duration: 8-hour days
  • Hours: 40 hours per week guaranteed
  • Weekends: None
  • Call: None
  • Dress Code: Navy scrubs

Travel Occupational Therapist Job Requirements

  • Current Occupational Therapist license or eligibility to obtain licensure in North Carolina
  • At least 1 year of occupational therapy experience; new graduates are not eligible for this assignment
  • Outpatient rehabilitation experience strongly preferred
  • Hands-on experience with hand therapy and splint fabrication, fitting, or application required
  • Ability to provide patient-centered occupational therapy in an outpatient setting
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication, and medical documentation skills

Outpatient Occupational Therapist Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patients and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans
  • Provide therapeutic interventions to improve strength, range of motion, coordination, function, and independence
  • Deliver hand therapy services for patients with upper-extremity conditions and functional limitations
  • Fabricate, fit, and adjust splints based on patient needs and treatment goals
  • Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate
  • Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, adaptive techniques, and injury prevention
  • Document evaluations, treatments, progress, and discharge recommendations accurately and promptly
  • Collaborate with the rehabilitation team and other healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes

Why Work in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina?

Roanoke Rapids offers a welcoming northeastern North Carolina setting with small-town charm, outdoor recreation, and convenient regional access. This travel OT opportunity is a strong choice for an experienced Occupational Therapist seeking a weekday outpatient rehabilitation assignment.

Apply now to join the outpatient rehabilitation team and advance your occupational therapy career in North Carolina.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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