Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in San Mateo, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty Occupational Therapist Discipline Therapy Start Date 07/27/2026 Duration: 23 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 5x8hrs Hours: 40 hrs/wk Start Date: Jul 27, 2026 Length: 23 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist with at least 2 years of experience for an acute care hospital position in San Mateo County, CA, with a preferred Sunday–Thursday schedule. Details Acute care hospital setting within a public county hospital and outpatient rehabilitation department Department includes a multidisciplinary team of 35 physical, occupational, and speech therapists Patient population includes adults with neurologic and orthopedic injuries, post-operative surgical conditions, arthritis, CVA, hand injuries, nerve injuries, tendon repairs, and upper extremity conditions Day shift, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (5x8-hour shifts) Preferred schedule is Sunday through Thursday Epic EMR preferred Weekend and/or holiday coverage availability strongly preferred Requirements Current CA OT license required; license required if applicable Current BLS certification required Minimum 2 years of occupational therapy experience required Experience with adults, skilled nursing, and acute care settings required Strong proficiency in ADLs, adaptive equipment, and evaluation tools Ability to lift or assist with lifting patients and equipment Must be able to provide suitable transportation between work sites 2 supervisor references preferred Full DOB and full SSN required for consideration Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates Additional Information First week of the assignment (Monday–Friday) is dedicated to training and orientation Responsibilities include planning and performing OT treatments, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, providing therapeutic activities to promote independence in daily living, and completing thorough documentation Additional duties include splint design and fabrication, patient and family education, discharge planning, and community service referrals May serve as a clinical preceptor in a university-affiliated OT student program Spanish fluency is preferred but not required First-time travelers are welcome to apply All RTO requests require facility approval and must be submitted upfront Work hours may vary week to week based on departmental needs American Traveler Job ID #P-705026. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.