Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist - $2,432 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Watsonville, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• 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 California Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience treating geriatric populations and managing ADL/IADL training preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with documentation systems used in post-acute care preferred.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility
• Shift Name: Days

Location Highlights

Watsonville, CA offers a coastal, small-city lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation. The city is approximately 10 miles from Monterey Bay and 20–30 minutes from the Monterey Peninsula, providing waterfront access and whale-watching opportunities. Watsonville is near natural areas such as Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, about a 25–35 minute drive, and within an hour of Big Basin Redwoods State Park for hiking and redwood groves. The downtown area and nearby Pajaro River corridors provide local markets, community festivals, and a suburban pace with agricultural heritage, while Santa Cruz is a 20–30 minute commute offering a more urban beach and boardwalk experience. Public transit options include regional bus services connecting to Santa Cruz and Monterey County, supporting commutes and weekend exploration.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others. We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 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 and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as an occupational therapist and obtain flexibility, stability, and career growth. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore preferred locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contract options using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app for therapy professionals.

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 #443783. 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.

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