Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
Santa Rosa, CA
American Consultants
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity – Occupational Therapist – Santa Rosa, CA 95405

Start Date: July 13, 2026

Location: Northern California, Wine Country region

Schedule: Day shift, 5x8-hour shifts (08:30 - 17:00), Tuesday through Saturday schedule. 13-week assignment with 40 hours of orientation.

Highlights:

• 277-bed acute care hospital with Level II trauma center designation
• Epic charting system in a modern healthcare environment
• Daily census of approximately 185 patients with focus on neurological diagnoses
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
• Free parking and flexible scrub colors (any solid color)
• First-time travelers welcomed; locals accepted

Requirements:

• Valid California Occupational Therapy license in hand (pending licenses not accepted)
• Minimum 1 year of occupational therapy experience required
• BLS certification required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Proficiency in acute care, assessment, functional activities, billing, infection prevention, and fall risk assessment
• Experience with CVA rehabilitation, adaptive equipment assessment, discharge planning, and patient/family education
• Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
• Willingness to work 2 out of 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year)
• Ability to float to acute rehab unit and potentially to affiliated facilities nearby

Why Join Us?

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive acute care environment with a strong interdisciplinary team. The role provides exposure to diverse patient populations including adults and geriatrics with neurological diagnoses, amputations, CVA, traumatic brain injuries, and orthopedic conditions. Guaranteed hours are provided with minimal call-off provisions, and requested time off is accommodated when submitted with your application. Join a well-resourced facility that values professional development and quality patient care.