Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract - Now Hiring

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Chico, CA. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while exploring a new location. This position is in a hospital setting and supports interdisciplinary care to improve patient independence and discharge outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active California Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience providing occupational therapy in an acute care or inpatient hospital setting preferred.
• Experience with common OT evaluations and interventions for adults, including activities of daily living training, splinting, and adaptive equipment recommendations, preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records documentation preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 0800-1700.

Apply now and you'll be contacted by a recruiter who’ll give you more information!

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits are available starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as an occupational therapist and provide patient-centered care that supports functional recovery and safe discharge. This role offers stability and professional growth in a hospital environment while allowing travel flexibility.

Location Highlights

Chico offers outdoor recreation and cultural amenities within short drives. Bidwell Park is a large municipal park located in Chico with over 3,600 acres of trails and the Sacramento River running through the park, about 5 minutes from downtown. The city is approximately 90 minutes north of Sacramento and provides access to nearby Lake Oroville State Recreation Area for boating and fishing within a 30-minute drive. The downtown area features dining, the Chico Museum, and weekly farmers markets, supporting a suburban lifestyle with outdoor activity options.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.