Travel Occupational Therapist
Eureka, CA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,165/weekOverview
- Start Date06/29/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Occupational Therapist (OT) Inpatient position in Eureka, California. This role involves working within a healthcare facility serving a rural community, providing therapy services to a diverse patient population with varying diagnoses. Candidates are required to bring their valid California license on the first day. The position offers an opportunity to work with generalized populations, including acute and chronic disorders, and functional activities.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days shift, shift hours are 8 hours, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid California license in hand, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, and at least 1 year of experience in acute care, adult rehabilitation, or related settings.
- Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support).
- Experience: Experience with acute disorders, chronic disorders, and functional activities is required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with standardized assessments, feeding techniques (oral/motor), and Epic (electronic medical record system) charting experience.
- Additional Information:
- Travel experience and willingness to work 2 out of 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year) are required.
- Travelers may be expected to float between hospital and affiliate facilities nearby.
- Travel compliance details: SSN, DOB, and RTO must be included at submission; only submit to one location within the region; and follow a 50-mile local radius rule.
- References: Two references covering at least one year (six months for CNAs) within the last three years are required.
- Travel and housing logistics should be coordinated prior to arrival.
- Modules (training) are non-billable, typically averaging 16 hours, and should be completed pre-start and annually.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
4 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
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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