Occupational Therapist
Location: Fremont, California
Start Date: 01-05-2026
End Date: 04-04-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Sunday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shift)
Hours per Week: 35
Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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
- Assess patients' functional abilities and create individualized occupational therapy plans
- Design and implement therapeutic interventions to improve daily living and independence
- Monitor progress, document outcomes, and adjust treatment plans responsively
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate holistic patient care
- Educate patients and families on adaptive strategies and safe home practices
- Recommend and train patients on adaptive equipment and home modifications
- Support safe discharge planning and continuity of care across settings
Qualifications
- Current Occupational Therapy license in California (required)
- Degree in Occupational Therapy (Master's or OTD preferred)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
- Minimum clinical experience in rehabilitation or acute care preferred (1+ year ideal)
- Active immunizations and ability to meet facility onboarding requirements
- Strong clinical documentation skills and proficiency with electronic medical records
Education
- Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (or entry-level OT degree)
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in ADL/IADL assessment and interventions
- Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and adaptive equipment
- Experience with neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation approaches
- Strong clinical reasoning and treatment planning abilities
- Effective communication and patient education skills
- Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to help you feel at home during your 13-week assignment
- Travel reimbursement so getting here is easy and affordable
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy
- 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
- Paid time off to recharge between assignments
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to simplify paperwork and renewals
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and reap the rewards
- A collaborative, supportive team that values your expertise and growth
Travel Perks: Explore Fremont, California
Fremont is a great home base for your travel assignment. Hike Mission Peak for panoramic Bay Area views, relax at Lake Elizabeth and Quarry Lakes, or explore the historic Niles District with its quaint shops and local charm. Enjoy nearby regional parks like Coyote Hills and Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. For weekend adventures, take short trips to San Francisco, Oakland, Santa Cruz coastline, or Silicon Valley attractions and dining.
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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