Location: San Jose, CA

Start Date: 02-02-2026

End Date: 05-02-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $62 - $65 per hour

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assess residents' functional status and design individualized occupational therapy plans
• Develop meaningful, goal-driven treatment plans that help residents regain independence
• Implement therapeutic activities for ADLs, mobility, and adaptive equipment use
• Collaborate with nursing, PT, SLP and social work to coordinate holistic care
• Document progress clearly and timely in the medical record and on care plans
• Educate residents and caregivers on strategies, safety and home programs
• Adapt interventions creatively to meet changing clinical and cognitive needs

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) eligible to practice in California
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
• Experience working in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred
• Strong clinical reasoning, assessment and documentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with residents and families
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team

Education

• Degree in Occupational Therapy (BS/MS/OTD) from an accredited program

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in ADL assessment and adaptive equipment recommendations
• Knowledge of rehab techniques for older adults and medically complex patients
• Experience with care planning, discharge planning and progress documentation
• Comfortable using electronic medical records and charting systems
• Ability to train and educate nursing staff and caregivers on safe transfers and strategies

Benefits

• Generous housing assistance and travel support for contract clinicians
• Medical, dental and vision coverage options to keep you healthy
• Paid time off so you can recharge and actually enjoy weekends
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make paperwork less painful
• Professional development support — conferences and continuing education
• A supportive interdisciplinary team that values your clinical voice
• Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates onboard
• Access to employee wellbeing resources and clinician support services

Travel Perks: Explore San Jose, CA

San Jose sits at the heart of Silicon Valley — think vibrant dining, craft coffee and easy weekend escapes. Explore Santana Row’s shops and restaurants, visit The Tech Interactive museum downtown, tour the mysterious Winchester House, and hike or bike in Alum Rock Park. When you need a beach break, Santa Cruz and its boardwalk are under an hour away; Monterey and Carmel make for beautiful day trips. San Francisco’s sights are a short drive or train ride away for city adventures and cultural outings.

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