Occupational Therapist
Location: Modesto, CA
End Date: 13 weeks from start date
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Day shifts
Hours per Week: 40 hrs per week
Candidate Pay Rate: $65 - $70/hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients to identify functional needs and goals
- Develop individualized treatment plans that promote independence in daily living activities
- Deliver occupational therapy interventions focused on improving ADLs and functional mobility
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient-centered care
- Document treatment plans and progress clearly and promptly in the patient record
- Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies, home programs, and safety
- Adjust interventions based on clinical reasoning and patient response
Qualifications
- Active California Occupational Therapy license or eligibility to obtain one
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
- Strong clinical reasoning and patient evaluation skills
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities
- Passion for patient-centered care and working in a collaborative SNF setting
Education
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in patient evaluation and treatment planning for ADLs
- Experience delivering OT interventions in a skilled nursing facility preferred
- Proficient clinical documentation and progress note writing
- Comfortable educating patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques
- Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary care team
- Basic familiarity with common SNF workflows and electronic health records
Benefits
- Competitive pay: $65 - $70 per hour with weekly pay so your wallet stays happy
- Guaranteed 40 hours per week for the full 13-week contract
- Dedicated recruiter support to help with onboarding and questions
- Valuable SNF experience in a supportive clinical environment
- Licensure assistance and support resources as needed
- Positive team culture that values work-life balance and professional growth
- Straightforward payroll as a W2 employee with access to applicable benefits
Travel Perks: Explore Modesto, CA
This 13-week contract places you in Modesto, a Central Valley hub with lots to explore on your time off. Enjoy local farmers markets, the Gallo Center for the Arts, and McHenry Mansion for a bit of local history. Wine lovers can take quick trips to nearby Lodi wineries. Outdoor fans can visit nearby regional parks, the Tuolumne River areas, or take a weekend trip to Yosemite or the Sierra foothills for hiking and scenic views. Sacramento and the Bay Area are also within easy driving distance for city outings and dining adventures.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Occupational Therapist? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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