Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to patients within an acute care–level performance framework in a skilled care setting
• Assess patients’ physical, cognitive, and functional abilities; develop individualized treatment plans focused on activities of daily living, mobility, safety, and discharge goals
• Implement therapy interventions, including therapeutic activities, assistive device training, gait and balance work, and adaptive equipment instruction
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the patient record; communicate progress with the multidisciplinary team and families as appropriate
• Participate in goal setting, progress reassessment, and discharge planning; educate patients and caregivers on home programs and safety techniques
• Maintain safety and infection control standards; ensure equipment is properly used and cared for; collaborate with nursing and therapy colleagues to optimize patient outcomes

Requirements

• Active Occupational Therapist license in California
• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Ability to provide services in a skilled nursing facility environment
• Willingness to participate in a travel-based assignment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

About the Role

This is a travel, temporary assignment starting 08/03/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $713 to $728 per week with guaranteed 35 hours per week. Shift is 5x8 days with a typical schedule from 08:00 to 16:30, working in a skilled nursing facility.

Benefits and Support

• Travel-based assignment with dedicated support from a recruiter
• Regular weekly pay
• 24/7 support during the assignment
• Access to a nationwide board of travel opportunities

Pay and Schedule

• Weekly pay: 713–728 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days (08:00–16:30)
• Start date: 08/03/2026

Schedule

• Shift: 5x8 days (08:00–16:30)
• Start date: 08/03/2026

Setting

• Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (travel assignment)

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States. We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings.