Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,235 per week
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$2,235 per week |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Merced, California |
About this job
Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Merced, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) position located in Merced, California. The role involves providing inpatient therapy services to a diverse adult and geriatric patient population with orthopedic, neurological, medical, and pulmonary conditions. The therapist will participate in specialized programs such as stroke rehabilitation and early mobility initiatives, working Tuesday through Saturday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Job Details:
- Shift: Tuesday to Saturday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM, 40 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid California license, BLS certification; minimum of 2 years of experience in occupational therapy, inpatient setting preferred.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with stroke certification (JCAHO), TJP, and early mobility programs.
- Float: Float rotation may be required across departments including outpatient therapy, inpatient units, and home health services.
- Additional Information: The inpatient units consist of 189 beds, including ICU, telemetry, medical, surgical, and mother and baby units. The facility utilizes the Cerner electro Medical record (EMR) system. The department features a multidisciplinary therapy team led by therapy supervisors and includes licensed therapy aides, PTs, PTAs, OTRs, COTAs, and therapy leaders. The facility is staffed 24/7 with hospitalists and intensivists available in-house, and the campus is within close proximity to outdoor recreational areas such as Yosemite and Monterey Bay.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1298179. 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: OT - OT IP Occupational Therapist Inpatient.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
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