Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,317 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Sacramento, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 08/04/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 4, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a post-acute care setting with potential float coverage to an adjacent inpatient acute care hospital.

Details

• Primary work setting is a skilled nursing facility, with training to float to an adjacent inpatient acute care hospital
• Inpatient only; no outpatient caseload
• 8-hour day shifts, Monday–Friday starting at 0800, plus 2 weekend days per month
• Caseload of approximately 7–9 patients per day
• Common diagnoses include CVA, TKA, THA, and COPD
• Coverage areas include stations A, B, C, and D
• Cerner EMR used in this position
• No Rehab Aides, OTA, or PTA support on unit
• Holiday coverage may be required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active CA Occupational Therapist license required (license required if applicable); pending licenses will not be accepted
• Minimum 2 years of OT experience required
• Current BLS certification required; pending certifications will not be accepted
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Burgundy scrubs required
• Floor-specific orientation is provided (12 orientation hours)
• Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-725440. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.