Travel Occupational Therapist; OT - in Salinas, CA

Occupational Therapist Location: Salinas, CA Agency: United Health Care Staffing Pay: $56 per hour Shift Information: Days - 5 days Start Date: 3/23/2026

Allied Travel Careers  is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) in salinas, California, 93901!

Occupational Therapist – UHC Staffing Occupational Therapist

Location: Salinas, CA

Start Date: 03-23-2026

End Date: 06-22-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday; shift times vary by facility (confirm exact start/end with hiring manager)

Hours per Week: 38

Candidate Pay Rate: $56 per hour

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.

• Evaluate and treat skilled nursing facility patients with compassion and clinical accuracy
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create cohesive, patient-centered care plans
• Complete timely, thorough documentation in Net Health according to facility standards
• Manage caseloads efficiently while prioritizing patient safety and functional outcomes
• Float to a nearby sister facility as needed to maintain continuity of care

• Active California Occupational Therapy license or application in process under the 60-day rule
• SNF experience preferred, though new graduates are welcome and mentorship is available
• Strong documentation skills and comfort using Net Health or similar EMR systems
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills
• Flexible, collaborative mindset with the ability to float between nearby sites

• Occupational therapy evaluation and treatment in a skilled nursing setting
• Thorough, standards-based documentation practices
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication
• Caseload and time-management strategies
• Familiarity with Net Health or equivalent clinical software

• Housing stipend and travel reimbursement to keep your transition comfortable
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career mobility
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• 401K retirement savings plan and life insurance options
• Referral bonus program for helping us grow the team
• A welcoming, supportive team with mentorship for new graduates
• Professional development and continuing education support

Explore Monterey County and the Monterey Peninsula during your contract. Enjoy world-class coastal scenery and outdoor adventures at Point Lobos and Big Sur, visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row, stroll charming Carmel-by-the-Sea, tour local vineyards, and discover the National Steinbeck Center in nearby Salinas. Plenty of beaches, hiking trails, and farm-to-table dining await on your days off.

Ready to start your next adventure as a Occupational Therapist? Let's get you moving forward!

Send your resume to or call us at today.

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About United Health Care Staffing

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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