Travel Occupational Therapist: SNF Impact in Merced

Jackson Therapy Partners, LLC; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners seeks a travel Occupational Therapist for a SNF assignment in Merced, California. The role is 40 hours per week, with 8-hour shifts, for a 13-week travel assignment starting 11/02/2026.

The OT will evaluate and treat patients, develop plans of care, and document outcomes in EMR while collaborating with facility staff. California license and SNF experience preferred; CA travel demands apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active California Occupational Therapy License required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in SNF or long-term care settings preferred.
• Experience with ADL retraining, therapeutic modalities, and documentation in electronic medical records preferred.
• Ability to provide patient evaluations, develop treatment plans, and deliver skilled OT interventions independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Deliver skilled OT interventions independently.
• Support ADL retraining and use therapeutic modalities.
• Document patient progress and outcomes in EMR.

Skills

OT licensing

BLS certification

SNF experience

ADL retraining

Education

OT degree (BS/MS/OTD)

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Jackson Therapy Partners seeks a travel Occupational Therapist for a SNF assignment in Merced, California. The role is 40 hours per week, with 8-hour shifts, for a 13-week travel assignment starting 11/02/2026.

The OT will evaluate and treat patients, develop plans of care, and document outcomes in EMR while collaborating with facility staff. California license and SNF experience preferred; CA travel demands apply.