<p>An acute care facility in Topeka, Kansas is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for a 26-week travel contract. This is a day-shift position with a competitive hourly rate plus a substantial weekly tax-free stipend, making it a strong earning opportunity for experienced OTs ready to bring their acute care skills to a busy inpatient setting in the heart of the Midwest.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Pay rate of $38 per hour plus a $1,200 weekly housing/travel stipend</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends with access to an extensive corporate housing network and discounts</li> <li>Referral bonuses available</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance support team to assist with credentialing</li> <li>24/7 on-call team support throughout the assignment</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>26-week contract with a defined end date — ideal for travel clinicians seeking a structured, mid-length assignment</li> <li>Acute care facility setting with inpatient occupational therapy caseload</li> <li>8-hour day shifts — consistent, predictable schedule with no rotating nights</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per Kansas state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Active and valid Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA) licensure required prior to start</li> <li>Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required at minimum</li> <li>NBCOT certification preferred</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of occupational therapy experience required</li> <li>Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Topeka is the capital city of Kansas, offering a low cost of living, a walkable downtown with a growing arts and dining scene, and easy access to outdoor recreation along the Kansas River and nearby Shawnee County parks. Situated roughly 60 miles west of Kansas City, Topeka gives travel clinicians the feel of a mid-sized capital city with the convenience of a major metro within an hour's drive — a practical and comfortable base for a 26-week assignment.</p>