Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Monterey, CA. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients in a skilled nursing facility regain or improve daily living skills following injury, illness, or disability. This role offers clinical variety and the opportunity to impact patient recovery while working in a coastal Central California community.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, 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.
• Experience working in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.
• Ability to float to nearby facilities, including assignments in Salinas and Kingsburg, as required by the client.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous travel therapy experience preferred.
• Familiarity with documentation systems used in post-acute and skilled nursing environments preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 0800–1630.
• Work days (per VMS): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday.
• Guaranteed weekly hours: 35.
• Floating required to nearby locations, including Salinas and Kingsburg.

Apply now and you‘ll be contacted by a recruiter who’ll give you more information!

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and service. Benefits begin Day 1 for eligible travelers.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Provide high-quality occupational therapy services in a skilled nursing environment and contribute to patients‘ functional recovery. This role supports consistent caseloads, interdisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities to apply evidence-based practice in post-acute care.

Location Highlights

Monterey offers coastal recreation and cultural attractions within short drives. Monterey Bay Aquarium is approximately 2 miles from central Monterey, and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is about a 10–15 minute drive to scenic coastal trails. The area provides access to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary for water-based activities and is within an hour’s drive of Big Sur and Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park for hiking and rugged coastal views. Downtown Monterey and Cannery Row offer restaurants, galleries, and museums within a compact, walkable area, and regional transit options connect Monterey to Salinas and other nearby communities.

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.