Occupational Therapist, Acute Care Hospital
Burlingame, CA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Occupational Therapist (Acute Care Hospital) - Travel/Contract

Location: Burlingame, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Provide occupational therapy services in an acute care setting.
• Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs to help patients build or restore vocational, homemaking, daily living skills, and general independence.

Schedule

• Day shift, Tuesday through Saturday
• 5 shifts per week, 8 hours per shift (08:00 AM - 5:30 PM)

Required Qualifications

• Valid Occupational Therapist license in California
• Minimum 2 years of occupational therapy experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience in an acute care setting
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and other regulatory screenings.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, FACIS Level 3, and other federal/state checks required and must be updated annually as applicable.
• Official transcripts/diplomas or attestation of verification attempts required.
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to California law).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work and any work restrictions documented.
• TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually, with negative TB test or chest x-ray as required.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (specific mask types required). Religious exemptions for facial hair considered case-by-case.
• Immunizations required: Tdap (within 10 years), Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-April). Medical and religious exemptions considered with proper documentation.
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start and renewed annually.
• Color blindness exam if applicable, must be in-person and documented by a licensed healthcare provider.

Documentation and Verification

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps; employment verification required for up to 7 years.
• Two professional references required within 3 years for clinical/allied acute care candidates.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required and must be renewed annually.
• Various facility-specific documents must be reviewed and signed prior to start, including confidentiality agreements, code of conduct, vendor training, and regulatory orientation.
• Candidates requesting religious exemptions for vaccines or facial hair must complete specific facility forms and obtain approval.

Additional Notes

• This position requires working in a hospital acute care environment with direct patient contact.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• No pay or billing information included.

This summary provides the essential information for healthcare recruiters and occupational therapists considering this travel contract opportunity.