Occupational Therapist
Sacramento, CA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,317/weekOverview
- Start Date08/04/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 4, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a post-acute care setting with potential float coverage to an adjacent inpatient acute care hospital.
Details
- Primary work setting is a skilled nursing facility, with training to float to an adjacent inpatient acute care hospital
- Inpatient only; no outpatient caseload
- 8-hour day shifts, Monday–Friday starting at 0800, plus 2 weekend days per month
- Caseload of approximately 7–9 patients per day
- Common diagnoses include CVA, TKA, THA, and COPD
- Coverage areas include stations A, B, C, and D
- Cerner EMR used in this position
- No Rehab Aides, OTA, or PTA support on unit
- Holiday coverage may be required
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active CA Occupational Therapist license required (license required if applicable); pending licenses will not be accepted
- Minimum 2 years of OT experience required
- Current BLS certification required; pending certifications will not be accepted
- 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
Additional Information
- Burgundy scrubs required
- Floor-specific orientation is provided (12 orientation hours)
- Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
Facility
Bruceville Terrace
Employer
American Traveler
72 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
She’s super wonderful !
Cons
None
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Sacramento, CA
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Sacramento, CA here's what you should know:- Lower than many other California cities, closer to the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 94°F and lows around 60°F.
- Average winter highs around 54°F and lows around 38°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, relatively easy to find due to the lower cost of living compared to other California cities.
- Car-friendly city with relatively easy traffic.
- Limited public transportation options compared to larger cities.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees.
- Sacramento has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants, gastropubs, and breweries.
- Rich art and cultural scene with museums like the Crocker Art Museum.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games of the Sacramento Kings.
- Plenty of outdoor activities in the city's large parks and recreation areas.
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