Location: Watsonville, CA

Start Date: 12-04-2025

End Date: 03-05-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Part-time, 30 hours/week guaranteed; schedule varies — exact days and start/end times to be confirmed (assignment begins 12/04/2025)

Hours per Week: 30

Candidate Pay Rate: $43 per 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

• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions and assistive device training to support patient independence
• Evaluate functional status and develop individualized treatment plans focused on activities of daily living
• Collaborate with therapists, nurses, and other team members to coordinate care and achieve patient goals
• Document patient progress, treatment plans, and discharge recommendations clearly and timely
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs, safety strategies, and adaptive equipment
• Maintain professional standards, follow facility protocols, and contribute to a positive care environment

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential required
• Current ability to practice in California (state registration or licensure as applicable)
• Minimum relevant experience working in occupational therapy settings preferred
• Strong clinical documentation skills and comfort with common therapy software
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; compassionate, patient-centered approach
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred or must obtain upon hire

Education

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant or equivalent program completion

Knowledge & Skills

• Assessment and treatment planning for ADLs and functional mobility
• Experience with adaptive equipment recommendations and training
• Skilled in therapeutic techniques to improve fine motor and upper-extremity function
• Clear clinical documentation and outcome tracking
• Ability to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams
• Time management and caseload organization for a part-time assignment

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend or assistance to make the move easier
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy on and off the clock
• Travel reimbursement so you can focus on patient care, not logistics
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help maintain credentials
• Paid time off so you can recharge between clinically rewarding weeks
• A supportive interdisciplinary team that values your skills and growth
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, earn rewards
• A clear, time-limited 13-week contract so you can plan your next adventure

Travel Perks: Explore Watsonville, CA

Watsonville is a delightful base for this travel assignment. Enjoy easy access to Monterey Bay beaches, scenic coastal drives to Capitola and Santa Cruz, and world-class seafood. Nature lovers will appreciate nearby state parks, hiking in coastal bluffs and redwood groves, and birdwatching at wetlands. Explore the charming towns of Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea on a weekend, visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium, or take a short trip inland to local wineries and scenic trails. Plenty of local cafes, farmers markets, and outdoor activities make it easy to unwind after shifts.

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