World Nurses is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Palo Alto, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 30 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days, evenings, nights, flexible, rotating
- Employment Type: Travel
We’re hiring nationwide, and multi-location applicants are highly encouraged—now’s the perfect time to apply! Enjoy weekly pay, convenient direct deposit, and plenty of overtime opportunities while working with a team that supports your growth across multiple states.
Job SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join a Skilled Nursing Facility on a 13-week contract assignment. The OT will work with residents to improve functional abilities, support rehabilitation goals, and promote independence through individualized treatment plans. This role offers a guaranteed weekly hour schedule and requires flexibility to work varying shifts.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct evaluations to assess residents’ functional status, mobility, and safety needs.
- Develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans based on clinical findings.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to support recovery, strength, mobility, and independence.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes.
- Document all assessments, progress notes, and care plans accurately and in a timely manner.
- Educate residents and caregivers on safe techniques, adaptive equipment, and ongoing home-care recommendations.
- Adhere to facility policies, professional standards, and state regulatory requirements.
Qualifications- Active and current state Occupational Therapy license (required).
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a rehabilitation or SNF setting.
- Strong communication, assessment, and clinical decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to varying shift schedules.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-focused care.
Only qualified and certified candidates may apply.
About World Nurses
World Nurses specializes in the staffing of non-skilled and skilled
healthcare personnel. We love what we do: helping care professionals with
opportunities to expand their horizons and build their work experience. We
believe in the strength of teamwork. Our employees are at the core of our
business and we are happy every day finding the perfect matches in
placement.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Relocation bonus
