Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care
Job Description
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American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Eureka, California.
Job Description & Requirements\n
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- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 11/30/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
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Assignment Overview\n
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- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
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Description\n
American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital setting, requiring 1+ year of experience and a valid CA state license.
Details\n
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- Acute Care Hospital setting
- Day shift, 5x8 hours, Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- 13-week assignment
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Requirements\n
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- Current CA state OT license required, compact license must be in hand at submission
- License required if applicable
- Minimum 1 year of experience required
- BLS certification required
- CBOT certification required
- Epic EMR experience preferred
- Prior travel experience required
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Additional Information\n
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- Work in various settings including Acute Care, Adult and Pediatric Rehabilitation
- Treat diverse patient populations including CVA, TBI, orthopedic, and dementia cases
- Perform assessments, evaluations, discharge planning, and plan of care documentation
- Utilize evaluation tools such as Functional Independence Measure (FIM)
- Provide patient and family education and safety/injury prevention guidance
- Navy or khaki scrubs required
- Travelers may be expected to float between sister facilities
- Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays
- RTO limited to no more than 7 days
- Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate within 50 miles
- Former Providence employees may return as travelers after 3 months if located more than 50 miles from the facility
- Two supervisory references required covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years
- First-time travelers will not be considered
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American Traveler Job ID #P-783898. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
About American Traveler\n \n
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
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With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
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American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
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With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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