Location: Hayward, CA

Start Date: 01-19-2026

End Date: 04-20-2026

Shift Type: Days: Not specified, 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

• Evaluate patients comprehensively to identify barriers to daily living and meaningful activity
• Develop individualized OT plans that target function, safety, and independence
• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions and adaptive strategies
• Document progress clearly and timely in the patient record to guide team care
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to create cohesive discharge and care plans
• Educate patients and families on home strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety
• Advocate for patient needs and help connect them to community resources

Qualifications

• Current California Occupational Therapy license or eligibility to obtain licensure in CA
• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program (OTR/OTD or equivalent)
• NBCOT certification preferred or in progress
• Current BLS/CPR certification (or ability to obtain quickly)
• Clinical experience in rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or outpatient settings preferred
• Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic medical records
• Excellent communication and teamwork—able to partner with patients, families, and clinicians

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program (OTR/OTD preferred)

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in ADL/IADL assessment and intervention planning
• Knowledge of therapeutic modalities, splinting, and adaptive equipment
• Familiarity with mobility and transfer techniques and fall prevention strategies
• Comfortable setting measurable goals and tracking outcomes
• Good clinical reasoning, time management, and prioritization in a fast-paced setting
• Ability to teach patients and caregivers practical home strategies

Benefits

• Supportive team culture that values your clinical skill and growth
• Comprehensive onboarding and orientation so you feel confident day one
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement guidance to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off to recharge and avoid burnout
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Referral program — help us grow the team and reap the rewards
• Work-life friendly scheduling on a defined contract
• A meaningful role where your interventions directly improve patients' daily lives

Travel Perks: Explore Hayward, CA

This is a contract role at Powerback in Hayward — enjoy easy access to the East Bay and San Francisco adventures. Explore the Hayward Shoreline and Don Castro Regional Recreation Area for peaceful walks and birdwatching. Hike scenic trails at Garin Regional Park, check out local restaurants and the Hayward Farmer’s Market, or hop on BART for a short trip to Oakland and San Francisco for museums, dining, and waterfront strolls. Wine country (Livermore) and coastal escapes (Half Moon Bay, Monterey) make great weekend getaways.

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