Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,030 per week
Santa Cruz, CA, 95061, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- travel occupational therapist
- inpatient occupational therapy
- occupational therapy jobs
This position is for a travel Occupational Therapist working primarily in inpatient healthcare settings to assist patients in regaining daily living skills through personalized therapy plans. The role involves assessing patient medical histories, implementing treatment strategies, recommending adaptive equipment, and monitoring progress over a 13-week contract. Benefits include competitive pay, housing support, health insurance, continuing education credits, and retirement plans.
Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Santa Cruz, California.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 01/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
As an inpatient occupational therapist, you'll help individuals with the skills needed for life's daily activities. Working in a hospital or other inpatient healthcare facility, you'll review patients' medical histories, develop and implement occupational therapy treatment plans, recommend and provide equipment, monitor patient progress and more. You'll play a critical role in helping patients who are ill, injured or disabled regain quality of life.
Minimum Requirements- At least 1 year of recent experience as an occupational therapist in an inpatient setting
- Degree in relevant field
- BLS Certification (AHA)
- Current state license
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1189491. 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: OT - OT IP Occupational Therapist Inpatient.
About Cross Country AlliedYou bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus




