Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,425 per week

Critical Connection, Inc.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Meals & incidentals

License reimbursement

Relocation assistance

CEU allowance

401(k) plan

Disability and life insurance

Weekly direct deposit

Job summary

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Santa Barbara, California. The role involves evaluating and treating patients to improve functional independence across diverse clinical environments.

New graduates are welcome to apply, with guaranteed hours and a housing stipend, plus travel benefits such as meals, license reimbursement, relocation assistance, and a CEU allowance.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Active (or pending) state OT license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients to improve functional independence.
• Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.
• Address ADLs, IADLs, mobility, and functional performance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

New grads welcome

Education

Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Santa Barbara, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Schedule: Full-Time | Flexible Scheduling Options
Guaranteed Hours: Yes (varies by assignment)

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide patient-centered therapy services across a variety of clinical environments.

This opportunity supports clinicians seeking flexibility, professional growth, and meaningful patient impact. New graduate OTs are welcome to apply.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate and treat patients to improve functional independence
• Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans
• Address ADLs, IADLs, mobility, and functional performance
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies
• Complete timely and accurate documentation

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Active (or pending) state Occupational Therapy license
• New graduates welcome
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay packages
• Guaranteed hours (assignment-dependent)
• First-day medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Housing stipend and meals & incidentals (travel roles)
• License reimbursement
• Relocation assistance (when applicable)
• $1,200 CEU allowance per year
• 401(k) plan
• Disability and life insurance
• Weekly direct deposit

Why Work With Us

• Personalized recruiter support
• Transparent contracts and pay
• Nationwide opportunities
• Clinician-first approach

Critical Connection, inc Job ID #19215768. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Therapy:OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (OT),07:00:00-15:00:00

About Critical Connection, inc

This isnʼt just a job you are looking for. Youare building a career. CCI can help you make your next move and help you to know when itʼs the right move.

We want to know about your career and personal goals, including what you want to achieve now and well into the future. Building solid relationships through transparency and trust with our Therapists and Nurses is the foundation of our process.

CCI gives you access to opportunities with the best healthcare organizations and private practices throughout the United States. We understand these healthcare providers' needs and the company culture, allowing us to connect you with the right employer for your career goals, skills, and financial objectives. Submitting your profile is just the start. We meet with you to learn more about who you are, both as a healthcare professional and as a person – your dreams, your strengths, and your values. Then you can leave the travel search to us. There is no stress, no hassles, no time wasted searching multiple want ads and job placement websites – just the best opportunities for you. CCIʼs commitment to getting to know each candidate guarantees the best professional and personal fit between CCI candidates and healthcare employers. Make the connection today!