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Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Tender Touch - Edgewater, MD - Jackson Therapy

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT with Jackson Therapy Partners! We're seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a brand-new location.


Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
  • Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
  • BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
Assignment Details
  • Schedule: 5x8
  • Coverage areas include Watsonville, Salinas, and Santa Cruz.
  • Clinician may be scheduled in one coverage area for 3 days and another coverage area for the remaining days.
Apply now and you'll be contacted by a recruiter who'll give you more information!


Benefits Designed for Travelers


We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.
  • Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
  • Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
  • 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
  • Competitive Referral Bonuses
  • 100% Paid Housing Available
  • Travel & License Reimbursement
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide


Join Jackson Therapy Partners as an occupational therapist and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app - designed for therapy professionals like you.


Location Highlights

Watsonville offers access to Monterey Bay beaches and redwood landscapes within a short drive. Pajaro Dunes and Sunset State Beach are both nearby, and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park in Aptos is about 20 minutes away for hiking and trail access. Downtown Santa Cruz and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are roughly 30 minutes north, while Monterey and Cannery Row are about 40 minutes south for dining and waterfront attractions. The area supports a coastal lifestyle with access to Highway 1, agricultural markets in the Pajaro Valley, and day trips to Big Basin Redwoods State Park and Elkhorn Slough.


EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
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