Travel Occupational Therapist Inpatient - $3,335 per week

Cross Country Allied; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health Insurance

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401k plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Competitive pay

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist to provide inpatient OT services at a facility in Salinas, CA. The role includes assessments, care planning, and education for patients and families, with NICU focus.

Required: Master's in OT, CA license, BLS, 3+ years OT experience including NICU, inpatient setting experience. Schedule is 40 hours/week, one weekend per month on a travel basis.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
• California OT license required
• BLS/Healthcare Provider certification per AHA
• Minimum 3 years OT experience including NICU
• Inpatient setting experience required

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop care plans
• Implement OT interventions per referral
• Educate patients and families to promote recovery
• Coordinate with CCS Case Managers for referrals
• Support NICU-related therapy activities

Skills

NICU experience

Inpatient experience

Education

Master's in Occupational Therapy

California OT license

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Salinas, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Occupational Therapist

Discipline:

Therapy

Start Date:

09/28/2026

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 a qualified Occupational Therapist to provide inpatient occupational therapy services at their healthcare facility. The role involves assessing patients, developing and implementing care plans, and educating patients and families to promote recovery and independence in a hospital setting.

Position Description

Provides occupational therapy interventions to patients per referral, including assessment, care planning, education, scheduling, documentation, and issuing adaptive equipment. Performs other duties as assigned to support department operations. Ensures age-appropriate care compatible with physician, patient, and family goals, with a focus on NICU experience. Coordinates with CCS Case Managers for referrals and post-discharge services.

Required Qualifications

Masters of Occupational Therapy, California Occupational Therapy license, current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards, minimum of 3 years occupational therapy experience including at least 1 year NICU experience, and experience working in an inpatient setting.

Schedule

Schedule: 8:00 am shift time, 40 hours per week, working one weekend per month.

Additional Information

Must have NICU experience. Provides therapies involving fine motor skills, self-help skills, and durable medical equipment. Instructs and evaluates therapy students, assists in orientation of new employees, and regularly assumes duties of Charge Therapist. Demonstrates high-quality, safe patient care and maintains departmental objectives.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:Private housing or generous housing allowanceComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverageDependent health insurance with prescription coverageCompetitive salariesReferral bonusesTravel reimbursement401(k) retirement planDirect deposit/free checkingUnlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1304209. 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 planReferral bonus