Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Merced, CA

Occupational Therapist
Location: Merced, CA
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Inpatient / Acute Care

Location

Merced, CA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy evaluation and treatment to inpatient adult and geriatric populations, including orthopedic, neurological, medical, and pulmonary diagnoses
• Float between inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings as needed
• Participate in early mobility programs, including ventilator early mobility (Level 2)
• Deliver hand therapy services as a significant component of the caseload
• Document patient care using Cerner EMR
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary therapy team including PTs, STs, COTAs, and therapy aides

Required Qualifications

• Active California Occupational Therapist (OTR) license
• Current BLS certification
• Experience in an inpatient or acute care setting
• Proficiency or ability to learn Cerner EMR

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with stroke rehabilitation (JCAHO-certified Stroke Program environment)
• Familiarity with total joint protocols (elective hips and knees)
• Experience treating patients on ventilators or in ICU settings
• Hand therapy experience

Why Join Us

• Work within a well-supported therapy department featuring dedicated therapy leadership, aides, and a collaborative interdisciplinary team in a facility with a robust acute care program
• Located in a region offering easy access to Yosemite, the Sierra Nevada range, Monterey Bay, and San Francisco — ideal for weekend exploration