Occupational Therapist - Home Health
San Diego, California
San Diego Central

Occupational Therapist - Home Health (Travel/Contract)

Location: San Diego, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Territory covers multiple San Diego areas including Chula Vista, Clairmont, College Grove, Coronado, East San Diego, and others.
• Home Health setting with a Monday to Friday schedule plus one weekend day on call.
• Hours based on completed visits: 25 visits equal 40 hours per week. Hours guaranteed if 25 or more visits are completed.
• Mileage reimbursement follows IRS standard.
• COVID vaccination or approved exemption required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid California Occupational Therapy license preferred; candidates with a pending CA license who have applied may be considered.
• Home Health experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Oasis experience required.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (AHA provider or instructor).
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, EFM certifications as applicable (verify based on assignment).
• Physical exam within 12 months prior to start.
• Required immunizations and health screenings:

  • TDAP vaccine within the past 10 years (no declinations accepted).
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (with specific protocols if previously positive).
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella immunity documentation for candidates born in 1957 or later.
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccine series (declination accepted if within 1 year).
  • Varicella immunity documentation (declinations not accepted).
  • Negative 9-panel drug screen within 1 year.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or declination accepted.
  • COVID vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption.
• Two professional references required.

Documentation & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID).
• Valid passport copy required before start.
• I9 attestation and employment application required for clearance.
• Background checks including 7-year location history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG checks, updated annually.
• Photo for badge (passport style, shoulders up, front facing, plain background).
• Personal or auto insurance and auto registration required and must be kept current during assignment.
• Completion and acknowledgment of training content and hand hygiene policies prior to start.
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable, with minimum passing scores.
• Primary source verification of state license required.

Schedule & Shift

• Day shift, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (5x8 hours).
• One weekend day on call.

Additional Notes

• Locals are welcome to apply.
• COVID exemptions permitted.
• Rate may vary based on coverage territory and experience.
• Travelers must have applied for CA license if not currently licensed.

This position is ideal for Occupational Therapists seeking a travel contract in home health with a structured schedule and a variety of San Diego locations.