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Posted August 08, 2026

Travel Occupational Therapist Acute Care Job

Healthforce
Templeton, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Overview
Occupational Therapist – Acute Care in Templeton, California, United States. Start date 10/26/2026 for a 14-week travel assignment in an inpatient acute care setting. Weekly pay range is $2,561–$2,755 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift is Days, 8-hour shifts (40 hours per week). This position is a travel, temporary assignment working in an acute care environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,561–$2,755 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0
- Contract duration: 14 weeks
- Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts (40 hours/week)
- Start date: 10/26/2026
- Setting: acute care inpatient

Responsibilities
- Plan and conduct segments of occupational therapy treatment programs aimed at restoring and improving physical, cognitive, social, and functional skills.
- Deliver both individual and group therapy sessions for acute care patients, collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.
- Assess patient needs, establish measurable goals, monitor progress, and update treatment plans accordingly.
- Document patient status, treatment plans, and outcomes in accordance with clinical standards and regulatory requirements.
- Co-lead interdisciplinary groups to coordinate care and ensure alignment with department objectives.
- Promote patient safety, advocate for functional independence, and adjust interventions to accommodate medical status and hospitalization timelines.

Requirements
- Active Occupational Therapist license in California or eligibility to obtain licensure.
- Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program (Bachelor’s or Master’s, as required by state regulations).
- Experience in an acute care or inpatient rehabilitation setting preferred.
- Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills for interdisciplinary teamwork.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced inpatient environment and participate in travel assignment.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing
- Nationwide assignments

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PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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