Travel Occupational Therapist Inpatient - $2,730 per week

Cross Country Allied; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks an experienced Travel Occupational Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Berkeley, CA. The OT IP role focuses on inpatient hand therapy across a wide patient age range, with emphasis on upper extremity outcomes and post-operative care.

Requirements include BLS, a CA OT license, and at least 5 years in outpatient hand therapy, plus splint fabrication, evaluation, and Epic charting proficiency. Travel benefits apply and housing support is offered.

Qualifications

• BLS certification and California OT license required.
• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program and CA licensure active.
• Minimum 5 years of outpatient hand therapy experience.
• CA license must be current and uploaded within the last two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized hand therapy including assessments and splint fabrication.
• Educate patients and families; discharge planning for orthopedic diagnoses.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and ensure safety and injury prevention protocols.

Skills

Hand therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

CA Licensure

Tools

Epic

Electronic charting

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Berkeley, 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

Job Summary:
Occupational Therapist Inpatient (OT IP) The organization is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist in an inpatient setting to provide specialized therapy services. The candidate will work with a diverse patient population spanning from pre-teens to geriatrics, focusing on orthopedic upper extremity diagnoses, including post-operative, acute injuries, and chronic conditions.

Job Details:

• Certifications: BLS, CA Occupational Therapist License (CA Licensure), at least 5 years of experience in outpatient hand therapy. CA license must be current and uploaded within the last two weeks.
• Education Requirements: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Location Requirements: Candidate must be licensed in California.
• Years of Experience: Minimum of 5 years in hand therapy or related outpatient setting.
• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Additional Qualifications: Experience fabricating splints for post-operative cases, acute injuries, and chronic conditions. Skilled in evaluating, discharging, and patient/family education. Proficiency with electronic charting using Epic.
• Responsibilities: Deliver specialized hand therapy including assessments, splint fabrication, patient education, and management of orthopedic diagnoses. Collaborate within interdisciplinary teams and ensure compliance with safety and injury prevention protocols.
• Preferred Qualifications: Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential is preferred but not required. Experience managing a wide range of orthopedic upper extremity cases and interdisciplinary support.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1303621. 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: OT - OT IP Occupational Therapist Inpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most - your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus