Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); Merced (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full medical

401(k)

24/7 support

Referral bonuses

Paid housing

Travel/license reimbursement

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA) seeks a Travel Occupational Therapist to support patients in a skilled nursing facility in Merced, CA. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and implement interventions to improve daily living and independence.

Requirements include an OT degree from an accredited program, active California OT license, and BLS certification; travel experience and restorative nursing knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active California OT license.
• BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations of patients in a skilled nursing facility.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Improve patients' daily living skills and independence through therapy.

Skills

ADL training

BLS certification

Travel therapy exposure

Education

OT degree (BS/MS/OTD) from accredited program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Durable Medical Equipment

Job description

Join as a travel Occupational Therapist supporting patients in a skilled nursing facility, helping individuals recover from injuries, illnesses, or manage chronic conditions.

• Responsibilities include** conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, and implementing interventions to enhance patients' daily living skills and independence.
• Qualifications:** Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program, active California OT license, and possibly BLS certification. Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care, ADL training, durable medical equipment, and electronic medical records is preferred.
• Preferred:** Prior travel therapy experience and restorative nursing program knowledge.
• Benefits:** Weekly pay, full medical and 401(k), 24/7 support, referral bonuses, paid housing, and travel/license reimbursement.
• Additional info:** Opportunities for professional growth with diverse settings and support for career paths like direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts.
• Location highlights:** Merced offers outdoor recreation, proximity to Yosemite, local dining, and regional transit to nearby cities.