Occupational Therapist – Skilled Nursing Facility
Stockton, California
Fulton Gardens Post Acute

Job Opportunity: Therapy/Rehabilitation - Travel/Contract

Location: Stockton, California
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months) preferred
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 36 hours guaranteed per week
Shift:

• 5 days per week, 8-hour day shifts
• Occasional weekend coverage as needed

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) specialty preferred
• New graduates will be considered
• California license required and must be in hand within 8 weeks

Certifications & Documents Needed

• Licenses: California state license
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross (current and clear copy)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) preferred
  • National Tech Certification as applicable (for tech roles)
• Background Checks:

  • Standard background check (7-year search including SS trace, county searches, nationwide sex offender)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM check (annual)
  • HHS/OIG check (annual)
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
  • General Competency Exam (as applicable)

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start date
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (with specific guidelines for past positives)
• Immunizations or proof of immunity for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, declination, or vaccine series)
  • Varicella (titer, vaccines, or history of chickenpox)
• 9 Panel Drug Screen within 1 year of start (instant drug screen acceptable)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)

Additional Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Emergency Contact Form prior to start
• 2 professional references (for travel, allied, per diem acute care roles) within 3 years of start
• Annual skills checklist

This position offers a structured day shift schedule with guaranteed hours and the opportunity to work in a skilled nursing facility setting. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience or be new graduates with the required California license and certifications.