Occupational Therapist - Acute Care
Eureka, CA
ARMStaffing
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,224/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Therapist (1 year)
Description
Quick Look
ARMStaffing is looking for an Occupational Therapist, Acute Care (Day Shift) in Eureka, California.
Location
Eureka, CA
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule/Shift
Day shift, 8 hours per day, 5 days a week (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM), Sunday to Thursday.
Job Description
The Occupational Therapist will work in a small hospital setting serving a rural area, providing care to a generalized patient population with various diagnoses. The therapist will engage with adolescents, adults, and geriatrics in a rehabilitative capacity focusing on acute and chronic disorders and the evaluation of functional activities. Experience with standardized assessments and feeding techniques is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide therapy evaluations and develop treatment plans.
- Conduct assessments and reassessments to measure patient progress.
- Implement therapeutic interventions for patient rehabilitation.
- Educate patients and families on functional independence and safety.
- Maintain accurate documentation and charting, preferably using Epic.
Required Experience
- At least 1 year of experience in acute care or rehabilitation setting.
- Experience with chronic and acute disorders in diverse patient populations.
Certifications/Licensure
- BLS certification is required.
- Current California state license is required; no pending licenses accepted.
About ARMStaffing
Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.
As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.
Employer
ARMStaffing
Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.
As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.
We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.
Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.
The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting
- Local and travel contracts
- Temp-to-perm employment
- Direct-hire personnel
- Per Diem
- Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
- Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
- 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
- Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
- Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Company-matched 401K
About Eureka, CA
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.
- Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
- Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.
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