Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $3,262 to $3,361 per week in Salinas, CA - Now Hiring

Occupational Therapist Location: Salinas, CA Agency: AMN Healthcare Allied Pay: $3,262 to $3,361 per week Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 7/20/2026

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with AMN Healthcare Allied to find a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) in SALINAS, California, 93901!

Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist - Pediatric - (OT - Pedi - Peds)
StartDate: 7/20/2026 Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $3262.00 - $3361.00

Travel Occupational Therapist NICU jobs in Salinas, CA with AMN Healthcare let you deliver specialized therapy to neonatal intensive care unit patients. You will assess, plan, and provide age-appropriate interventions, educate families, and document progress. Responsibilities include collaborating with healthcare teams, training staff in NICU practices, and ensuring safe, cost-effective care. This role requires a California Occupational Therapist license and NICU-specific training and experience. Prior NICU Occupational Therapy experience and the ability to mentor staff are recommended[1]. Salinas offers a diverse community, rich art and music scene, and plenty of outdoor activities like hiking and biking. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, a clinical team, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career support. Apply now to join this Travel Occupational Therapist NICU assignment in Salinas, CA.

Required Qualifications
Occupational Therapist, Pedi
Experience: 3 years
Licenses: OT-CA
Certifications: BLS(Copy Needed)
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

Facility Location
Located in central California, just eight miles from the Pacific Ocean, Salinas is home to a large agricultural industry where you can find some of the best locally grown produce in the country. The thrilling California Rodeo is held here every year and is considered to be one of the top rodeos in the nation. Also, be sure to check out one of the many museums, restaurants or cute boutiques located throughout the area.

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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About AMN Healthcare Allied

Embarking on an allied travel career with AMN Healthcare means a wealth of resources at your fingertips and a vast array of exciting opportunities across all allied healthcare disciplines, settings, and practice areas. Whatever your personal and professional goals are, AMN Healthcare is ready to build a partnership of success and match you with your dream allied travel assignment.

Beyond high-paying travel jobs, you have access to exceptional benefits that prioritize your well-being and professional growth. We take pride in being the nation’s leading allied staffing agency, ensuring top-tier assignments and unparalleled support for allied healthcare professionals nationwide.

Requirements

Occupational Therapist, Pedi Experience: 3 years Licenses: OT-CA Certifications: BLS(Copy Needed) SSN Required DOB Required References: 1 Reference in entire work history

Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

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