Travel Contract

Occupational Therapist, Acute Care & Inpatient Rehab
Santa Cruz, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,167/week

Posted 5 days ago

Overview

Start Date04/13/2026
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,167/week

Details

Gross pay

$2166.62/wk

Regular pay

$25.00/hr

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Description

Occupational Therapist Travel Assignment

Location: Santa Cruz, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist for a travel assignment in a hospital setting. The role involves working primarily in inpatient rehab and acute care units, with some floating between hospital units and acute rehab.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of Occupational Therapy experience
At least 2 years of experience in Acute Care and/or Inpatient Rehab
Active California OT license
BLS Certification
COVID-19 vaccination required

Preferred Experience

3-5 years of experience preferred
Experience with orthopedic, neurological, and cardiac rehab patients
ICU experience preferred
Experience with cognition and bedside swallow assessments (including modified barium swallow studies)
Spanish-speaking candidates preferred
Experience in outpatient or home health settings preferred
Experience with physical disabilities preferred
Pediatric experience not required for travelers

Work Details

Unit: Rehab Therapies, Cardiac Rehab
Patient Types: Spinal cord injuries, TBI, stroke, cardiac rehab, ortho, etc.
Shifts: 8-hour shifts, varied hours starting as early as 6:30 AM and ending as late as 6:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break
Weekend Requirement: Every other Saturday or Sunday (2 weekend days in a 4-week schedule), with a weekday off during weeks worked on weekends; preference for candidates who can work all weekends
Orientation: 1 day hospital orientation plus 2-3 days unit-specific orientation
EMR System: Cerner
Dress Code: Black or dark pants with burgundy dress shirts or polos
Additional Support: Rehab aide available on inpatient units; manager available Monday-Friday with alternating weekends

Additional Notes

Open to first-time travel therapists
Floating between hospital units and acute rehab required
Hospital has 24/7 respiratory therapy and pharmacy support
Hospitalist or intensivist available in-house
No IV team support

Prior Travel Experience Required?

No explicit requirement for prior travel experience. First-time travelers are welcome.

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1034 reviews)

222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Cassie Jo is an absolute ROCKSTAR. She is on top of everything, insanely quick to respond, always ready to remedy any confusion or errors, such an incredible nurse advocate—will go to bat for you in the blink of an eye—as organized as anything I’ve ever seen, and just genuinely kind, caring, and compassionate. I seriously cannot say enough incredible things about her. She is the best and I am so thankful for all of her help, guidance, knowledge, organization, reassurance, skill, and friendliness.

Cons

absolutely NOTHING.

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

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Pediatrics (RN)

Review of Cassie Marchi on Feb 4, 2026

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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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About Santa Cruz, CA

As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Santa Cruz, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Santa Cruz is higher than the national average due to the desirable beach town location.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 70-80°F, while winter lows can range from 40-50°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found, but they may be more limited and slightly more expensive due to the popular tourist destination.

Transportation

Santa Cruz is car-friendly, but public transportation options are also available, including buses and shuttles.

Demographics

Santa Cruz has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
It is a popular location for travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to natural beauty.

Things to Do

Santa Cruz offers a variety of activities including a range of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor sports such as surfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

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