Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Overview Occupational Therapist – Acute Care in Alameda, California, United States. This is a travel, temporary assignment starting 08/03/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $713 to $728 per week with guaranteed 35 hours per week. Shift is 5x8 days with a typical schedule from 08:00 to 16:30, working in a skilled nursing facility. Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: 713–728 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days (08:00–16:30)
• Start date: 08/03/2026
• Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (travel assignment)

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to patients within an acute care–level performance framework in a skilled care setting.
• Assess patients’ physical, cognitive, and functional abilities; develop individualized treatment plans focused on activities of daily living, mobility, safety, and discharge goals.
• Implement therapy interventions, including therapeutic activities, assistive device training, gait and balance work, and adaptive equipment instruction.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the patient record; communicate progress with the multidisciplinary team and families as appropriate.
• Participate in goal setting, progress reassessment, and discharge planning; educate patients and caregivers on home programs and safety techniques.
• Maintain safety and infection control standards; ensure equipment is properly used and cared for; collaborate with nursing and therapy colleagues to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Active Occupational Therapist license in California
• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Ability to provide services in a skilled nursing facility environment
• Willingness to participate in a travel-based assignment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Eligibility to work in the United States

Benefits and Support

• Travel-based assignment with dedicated support from a recruiter
• Regular weekly pay
• 24/7 support during the assignment
• Access to a nationwide board of travel opportunities

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