Travel OT Outpatient - $2,891 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Berkeley, California.

• Specialty:
  Occupational Therapist
• Discipline:
  Therapy
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an Outpatient Occupational Therapist with 5+ years of hand therapy experience for a specialized hand clinic setting.

• working within outwithin an outpatient hand clinic
• Day shift schedule, 5x8-hour shifts from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Patient population ranges from pre-teens through geriatric individuals
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Epic charting system used

• Current BLS certification required
• CA OT license required, if applicable
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an outpatient hand therapy setting required
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred but not required
• Expertise in splint fabrication for post-operative, acute, and chronic conditions required
• Experience treating orthopedic upper extremity diagnoses including post-operative conditions, acute injuries, workers' compensation cases, and chronic disorders
• Epic EMR experience required

• Treat a wide range of orthopedic upper extremity conditions including hand injuries, nerve injuries, reattachments, and tendon repairs
• Perform splint fabrication including dynamic, functional, static, and serial/inhibitory splints using Orthoplast
• Utilize modalities and manual therapy skills such as electrical stimulation, iontophoresis, kinesiotaping, lymphedema management, myofascial release, TENS, and ultrasound
• Responsibilities include assessment, evaluation, plan of care development, reassessments, and discharge planning
• Provide patient and family education including home exercise programs and safety/injury prevention
• Accepts local candidates at the local rate
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius to qualify for the travel rate
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
• Holiday coverage includes New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Returning travelers must have a separation period of at least 1 year to be eligible to return
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-745474. 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 Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

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.

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.