Travel OT Outpatient - $2,908 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipends

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an Outpatient Occupational Therapist with hand therapy expertise for a 13-week travel assignment in Berkeley, California.

Day shift, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, with Epic EMR experience and at least 5 years in outpatient hand therapy. Local candidates within 50 miles at local rate; OT license required; CH(T) preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of outpatient hand therapy experience.
• OT license required; CHT preferred but not required.
• Expertise in hand splint fabrication for post-operative, acute and chronic cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient hand therapy services including splint fabrication and rehabilitation.
• Deliver patient and family education, home exercise programs, and safety guidance.

Skills

Outpatient hand therapy

Splint fabrication

Orthopedic upper extremity

BLS certification

OT license

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient 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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an Outpatient Occupational Therapist with hand therapy expertise and a minimum of 5 years of experience for a 13-week day shift assignment.

Details

• Oialty focus in OT Outpatient Hand Clinic
• Day shift schedule, 5x8-hour shifts from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• 13-week contract length
• Patient population ranges from pre-teens through geriatric individuals
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• OT license required if applicable
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an outpatient hand therapy setting required
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred but not required
• Expertise in splint fabrication for post-operative, acute, and chronic conditions required
• Experience treating orthopedic upper extremity diagnoses including post-operative conditions, acute injuries, workers compensation cases, and chronic disorders
• Skills in static, dynamic, and functional splinting including Orthoplast and serial/inhibitory splints
• Experience with modalities such as electrical stimulation, iontophoresis, ultrasound, TENS, and myofascial release preferred
• Proficiency in patient assessment, evaluation, plan of care, reassessment, and discharge documentation

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive outpatient hand therapy services including splint fabrication and rehabilitation for a range of upper extremity conditions
• Deliver patient and family education, home exercise programs, and safety/injury prevention guidance
• Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at the local rate
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
• Returning staff must have a 1-year separation period to be eligible to return as a traveler
• Re-orientation required only if previously oriented at this facility and separated for 6+ months

American Traveler Job ID #P-745474. 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 - Outpatient

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.

• premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment
• generous 401(k) match
• substantial housing stipends, and more
• 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.