Occupational Therapist
Merced, CA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,268/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Title
Occupational Therapist (OT) – Inpatient / Acute Care
Location
Merced, CA
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Days | Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Key Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy evaluation and treatment to inpatient adult and geriatric populations, including orthopedic, neurological, medical, and pulmonary diagnoses
- Float between inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings as needed
- Participate in early mobility programs, including ventilator early mobility (Level 2)
- Deliver hand therapy services as a significant component of the caseload
- Document patient care using Cerner EMR
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary therapy team including PTs, STs, COTAs, and therapy aides
Required Qualifications
- Active California Occupational Therapist (OTR) license
- Current BLS certification
- Experience in an inpatient or acute care setting
- Proficiency or ability to learn Cerner EMR
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience with stroke rehabilitation (JCAHO-certified Stroke Program environment)
- Familiarity with total joint protocols (elective hips and knees)
- Experience treating patients on ventilators or in ICU settings
- Hand therapy experience
Why Join Us
- Work within a well-supported therapy department featuring dedicated therapy leadership, aides, and a collaborative interdisciplinary team in a facility with a robust acute care program
- Located in a region offering easy access to Yosemite, the Sierra Nevada range, Monterey Bay, and San Francisco — ideal for weekend exploration
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
About Merced, CA
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Merced, CA here's what you should know:- Merced's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high is around 95°F, and the winter average low is around 38°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching as they are not as abundant as in larger cities.
- Merced is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Merced has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Merced offers a variety of restaurants, especially with diverse cuisines.
- It has a thriving arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, biking, and water sports on nearby lakes.
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