Travel Occupational Therapist Inpatient

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Salinas, 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

Occupational Therapist Inpatient (OT IP) The organization is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to provide inpatient occupational therapy services at their healthcare facility. The role involves assessing patients, developing and implementing care plans, and educating patients and families to promote recovery and independence in a hospital setting.

• Position
  
  Description:
  
  Provides occupational therapy interventions to patients per referral, including assessment, care planning, education, scheduling, documentation, and issuing adaptive equipment. Performs other duties as assigned to support department operations. Ensures age-appropriate care compatible with physician, patient, and family goals, with a focus on NICU experience. Coordinates with CCS Case Managers for referrals and post-discharge services.
• Required Qualifications:
  
  Masters of Occupational Therapy, California Occupational Therapy license, current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards, minimum of 3 years occupational therapy experience including at least 1 year NICU experience, and experience working in an inpatient setting.
• Schedule:
  
  8:00 am shift time, 40 hours per week, working one weekend per month.
• Additional Information:
  Must have NICU experience. Provides therapies involving fine motor skills, self-help skills, and durable medical equipment. Instructs and evaluates therapy students, assists in orientation of new employees, and regularly assumes duties of Charge Therapist. Demonstrates high-quality, safe patient care and maintains departmental objectives.

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• 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 . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OT - OT IP Occupational Therapist Inpatient.

You 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