Pediatric Occupational Therapist - NICU
Salinas, CA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,345/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Pediatric Occupational Therapist specializing in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing occupational therapy interventions to neonatal patients, including assessment, care planning, education of families, and coordination for continued services post-discharge. The position requires the ability to deliver age-appropriate care and demonstrate a strong knowledge of NICU-specific therapy practices.
Job Details
- Schedule: Dayshift, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, with one weekend per month.
- Required Qualifications: Masters degree in Occupational Therapy; California Occupational Therapy license; Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status per American Heart Association standards; minimum of 3 years of occupational therapy experience, including 1 year in NICU.
- Additional Skills: NICU experience, care planning, patient assessment, documenting treatment, issuing adaptive equipment, and instructing therapy students.
- Responsibilities include assessing neonatal patients, developing and implementing care plans compatible with physician and family goals, providing high-quality and safe patient care, assisting in patient discharge planning, and maintaining proper documentation. The role also involves coordinating with Case Managers for post-discharge therapy services, orienting new staff, and performing duties as assigned.
- Preference for candidates with experience in durable medical equipment intervention, developmental intervention, and providing age-appropriate care to neonates.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Salinas, CA
As a travel nurse in Salinas, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high: 72°F, average low: 52°F.
- Winter average high: 63°F, average low: 43°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching due to demand.
- Car friendly city with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include diabetes and obesity.
- Salinas has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Rich art and music scene with various cultural events.
- Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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