Travel Occupational Therapist General Job
Bakersfield, CA
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Occupational Therapist, General, Bakersfield, California, United States. Travel assignment beginning 11/16/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay $1,707–$1,790 per week. Guaranteed hours 36 per week. Shift: 5x8 days, with hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Work setting: hospital-based rehabilitation services.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,707–$1,790 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, 5x8 days
- Start date: 11/16/2026
- Work setting: hospital-based rehabilitation
Responsibilities
- Provide prescribed occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of licensed occupational therapists, covering geriatric, orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric and neonatal rehabilitation, plus splint follow-ups and related conditions.
- Implement treatment plans and select modalities to meet established goals; adapt interventions as needed.
- Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, transfers, dressing and toileting; support patient safety and comfort.
- Coordinate inpatient and outpatient schedules, report delays, and assist with scheduling of sessions as needed.
- Maintain, care for and clean equipment and supplies; document progress and clinical notes according to policy.
- Mentor and train staff on technical skills as appropriate; collaborate with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.
Requirements
- Licenses/Certifications: Occupational Therapy Assistant certification required
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from an approved vendor required
- Education: High School Diploma or GED; Associate’s/Technical Degree in occupational therapy or equivalent combination of education/related experience required
- Experience: Two years of rehabilitative services experience or equivalent education preferred; two years of occupational therapy experience preferred
- Specialty/Setting: Ability to work in a hospital rehabilitation setting
- Additional: Current certification and eligibility to practice per state requirements
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Onboarding and credentialing assistance to facilitate start
- Dedicated assignment support and coordination during the contract
- Competitive weekly pay and guaranteed hours as described
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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.
Occupational Therapist, General, Bakersfield, California, United States. Travel assignment beginning 11/16/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay $1,707–$1,790 per week. Guaranteed hours 36 per week. Shift: 5x8 days, with hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Work setting: hospital-based rehabilitation services.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,707–$1,790 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, 5x8 days
- Start date: 11/16/2026
- Work setting: hospital-based rehabilitation
Responsibilities
- Provide prescribed occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of licensed occupational therapists, covering geriatric, orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric and neonatal rehabilitation, plus splint follow-ups and related conditions.
- Implement treatment plans and select modalities to meet established goals; adapt interventions as needed.
- Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, transfers, dressing and toileting; support patient safety and comfort.
- Coordinate inpatient and outpatient schedules, report delays, and assist with scheduling of sessions as needed.
- Maintain, care for and clean equipment and supplies; document progress and clinical notes according to policy.
- Mentor and train staff on technical skills as appropriate; collaborate with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.
Requirements
- Licenses/Certifications: Occupational Therapy Assistant certification required
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from an approved vendor required
- Education: High School Diploma or GED; Associate’s/Technical Degree in occupational therapy or equivalent combination of education/related experience required
- Experience: Two years of rehabilitative services experience or equivalent education preferred; two years of occupational therapy experience preferred
- Specialty/Setting: Ability to work in a hospital rehabilitation setting
- Additional: Current certification and eligibility to practice per state requirements
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Onboarding and credentialing assistance to facilitate start
- Dedicated assignment support and coordination during the contract
- Competitive weekly pay and guaranteed hours as described
Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings available through Healthforce Healthcare LLC, please visit https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
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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