Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while working at a skilled nursing facility in Hayward, CA.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active California Occupational Therapy License required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience providing restorative therapy, ADL training, and discharge planning preferred.
• Ability to manage a caseload consistent with a 35-hour work week and document per facility policies.
• Willingness to work a 5x8 schedule with start time 0800 and end time 1630.
• Open availability to work seven days as scheduled by VMS and ability to adapt to facility scheduling needs.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Hours: 0800-1630.
• Schedule: 5x8 (five shifts per week, 8 hours each).
• VMS Guaranteed Hours: 35 per week.
• VMS Contract Length: 14 weeks.
• Candidate may be expected to float to other facilities as needed.

Location Highlights

Hayward provides a convenient Bay Area location with access to regional parks and urban amenities. The city is adjacent to San Francisco Bay and is about 25 miles south of downtown San Francisco and 12 miles northwest of San Jose, offering a coastal-suburban lifestyle with urban access. Hayward is near Don Castro Regional Recreation Area and Garin Regional Park, both within a 10–15 minute drive, which provide hiking, mountain biking, and picnic areas for an active outdoor lifestyle. The city offers proximity to the Hayward Fault and the historic downtown Hayward district, with BART transit access to Oakland and San Francisco in roughly 20–35 minutes, supporting an urban commute and cultural options. Local attractions include the nearby California State University, East Bay campus, and the regional Fruit Loop farmers markets, which are within a short drive and provide family-friendly and community-oriented activities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and professionalism. Benefits details will be provided by the recruiter upon inquiry.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians.