Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,520 per week
American Traveler
Merced, CA, US,
95343
Per Diem
8 October 2025
American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Merced, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 10/20/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an Occupational Therapist with at least 2 years of experience and an active CA license for an acute care assignment working across inpatient and outpatient settings.
Responsibilities
- Work in an acute care hospital and offsite outpatient therapy center
- Diverse caseload includes inpatient adult and geriatric patients with orthopedic, neurological, medical, and pulmonary conditions, as well as outpatient patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics
- Hand therapy comprises a significant portion of OT services
- Day shift position with 8-hour shifts
- OTs may float between inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings as needed
- Average hospital census of 150 with a total of 189 beds
- Use of Cerner B EMR system; Cerner EMR experience preferred
- General department orientation with a skills checklist and assigned clinician
- Responsibilities include providing therapy to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings, with a focus on hand therapy in OT
- Interdisciplinary team includes therapy leaders, aides, PTs, STs, COTAs, and OTRs
- Scrub dress code is burgundy polo or long sleeve shirt with black pants and shoes
- No weekend or holiday work required for OTs on the 8-hour schedule
- OTs are expected to float as needed to support patient care across departments
- Facility holds JCAHO certification for Stroke and has an early mobility program
- Returning candidates must not have worked at associated facilities (including CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity) within the past year
- Candidates living within certain states must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel rates
Requirements
- Current, active Occupational Therapist license in CA required for consideration (license required if applicable)
- Minimum 2 years of Occupational Therapy experience required
- Current BLS certification required
- References must include one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years
- Copy of driver’s license required for consideration
- Ability to work with a diverse patient population across different care settings
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-588086. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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.