Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care - $2,539 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 09/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

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
• Acute care hospital experience required.
• Ability to manage a caseload of 9-10 patients in acute care required.
• Weekend rotation required: 1 weekend per month with corresponding weekdays off that week.

Assignment Details

• Full-time travel assignment in an acute care hospital setting.
• Caseload of 9-10 patients in acute care.
• Weekend requirement: 1 weekend per month with corresponding weekdays off that week.
• Patient populations may include ICU, Neuro ICU, Pediatric ICU, Neuro, ortho and spine, med surg, and telemetry.

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

Bakersfield offers access to both outdoor recreation and regional travel corridors. The city is about 2 hours from Sequoia National Forest and roughly 2.5 hours from Los Angeles, making it a practical base for mountain and metro trips. The Kern River runs just northeast of Bakersfield and is known for whitewater rafting and fishing, while Hart Memorial Park provides lakes, picnic areas, and trails within the metro area. Downtown Bakersfield includes the Fox Theater and the Bakersfield Museum of Art, and the city is recognized for its ties to the Bakersfield Sound and live country music venues.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #456648. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.