I Need (Travel) Therapy

On this packed episode, we spoke with a travel OT about her experience starting travel therapy as a new grad during the COVID pandemic. Special guest, Katelyn Byrne, MS, OTR/L, told some incredible and exciting stories, detailing the journey to her first assignment, starting at a new facility during the height of COVID, road tripping through a snowstorm to South Dakota, and more. This show is made possible by Med Travelers. If you’re interested in exploring a career in allied travel, visit: https://www.medtravelers.com/getting-started/become-an-allied-traveler/ to learn more about the nationwide opportunities they have to offer!We Discuss(0:00) Show introduction and Katelyn’s career background (10:48) Applying for travel therapy vs. permanent jobs (15:26) Katelyn’s journey to her first assignment(16:47) Securing housing for your first travel assignment (MINI)(22:29) Travel therapy in a remote location (26:07) Starting at a new facility during COVID (36:16) Finding a new assignment as a couple (MINI)(43:57) Ro