Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while exploring a new location.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
Active California Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
Client requires experience treating hand conditions or certification/experience as a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred. Candidates who are not CHTs must have verifiable hand therapy experience.
Comfort managing a patient caseload averaging 14–16 patients per day.
Ability to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week clinical schedule in an outpatient setting.

Assignment Details

Facility type: Outpatient.
Schedule: Primarily Monday through Friday.
Typical schedule: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Hours per week: 40 hours.
Patient volume: Average 14–16 patients per day.

Location Highlights

Castro Valley, CA offers convenient access to both urban and outdoor recreation.

The city is approximately 20 miles east of downtown Oakland and about 30 miles from downtown San Francisco, providing transit options via BART stations within a 10–20 minute drive. Castro Valley sits within easy driving distance to regional parks, including Cull Canyon Regional Recreation Area and Lake Chabot Regional Park, both within a 10–20 minute drive for hiking, fishing, and boating. The area provides suburban living with local dining and shopping along Castro Valley Boulevard and quick access to I-580 for commutes to the East Bay and Silicon Valley. Cultural attractions and larger entertainment options are available in nearby Oakland and San Francisco, each reachable within roughly 30–45 minutes by car depending on traffic.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care and offer a comprehensive benefits package and recruiter support from day one.

Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
Competitive referral bonuses.
Housing options available.
Travel and license reimbursement.

Apply now and a recruiter will contact you with more information. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

EEO Statement

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 associates.