Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,908 per week

American Traveler; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. seeks a Travel Occupational Therapist for an inpatient acute rehabilitation program in Oakland, California. The role focuses on neuro and acute care cases within a large rehab team, with a day shift schedule and a 13-week contract.

Must possess CA OT license and BLS, with 2+ years' neuro/acute care experience and Epic EMR proficiency. Local candidates may be considered; housing stipends and travel benefits are typical in this program.

Qualifications

• Current California OT license required if applicable.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of OT experience with neuro/acute care.
• Experience in inpatient acute rehabilitation settings.
• Proficient with Epic charting system.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive OT evaluation and treatment planning.
• Perform ADL training and discharge planning.
• Conduct cognitive assessments and functional capacity evaluations.
• Educate patients and families on safety and injury prevention.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary rehab team.

Skills

CA OT license

BLS certification

Neuro OT experience

Acute care experience

Epic EMR

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Oakland, California.

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Oakland, California.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 12/14/2026
• 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: Dec 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Occupational Therapist for an Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation program requiring neuro and acute care experience.

Details

• Inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital setting
• Day shift, 5x8 hours, Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Complex patient population including CVA, brain injury, SCI, cancer rehab, and complex orthopedic cases
• Large interdisciplinary rehabilitation team
• Epic EMR experience required
• No work scheduled on Christmas Day and/or New Year's Day

Requirements

• Current CA OT license required if applicable
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Neuro OT experience required
• Acute care experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Experience with prosthetics/orthotics including above and below knee prosthetics
• Experience with dynamic, functional, and static splinting including Orthoplast

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive OT services including evaluation, assessment, treatment planning, and discharge planning
• Perform ADL training, adaptive equipment assessment, and driver's education evaluation
• Conduct cognitive assessments and functional capacity evaluations
• Provide patient and family education on safety and injury prevention
• Perform lifting and transfer techniques as part of daily duties
• Address orthopedic conditions including hip fracture, total hip/knee replacement, and soft tissue injuries
• Local candidates accepted at local rate within a 50-mile radius
• Returning employees must have a one-year separation to return as a traveler
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract with only one holiday request permitted per contract

American Traveler Job ID #P-779153. 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: Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

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.