Job Description

Overview
Occupational Therapist | Alturas, California, United States | Start date 07/28/2026 | 13 weeks travel - temporary assignment | $2,924–$3,061 per week | Guaranteed hours: None | Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Hospital setting

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,924–$3,061 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Start date: 07/28/2026
- Location: Alturas, CA
- Travel assignment in a hospital setting

Responsibilities
- Direct and coordinate occupational therapy services within the department and support patient care aligned with physician prescriptions
- Assess patients, develop individualized treatment plans, implement therapy interventions, and reassess progress
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation and ensure patient charges and billing are reviewed and processed appropriately
- Collaborate with physicians, management, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and department operations
- Support department performance improvement, regulatory compliance, and ongoing quality initiatives
- Ensure equipment safety, department cleanliness, and safe delivery of therapy services

Requirements
- Three (3) or more years of previous experience in physical therapy preferred
- Current California licensure or certification as a physical therapist
- Knowledge of physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology
- Knowledge of disease processes and related causative factors
- Knowledge of benefits/ values of rehabilitative medicine and physical therapy agents
- Knowledge of infection control, sterile techniques and related impact on rehabilitative medicine practice and equipment
- Current BCLS certification
- Ability to work with others, communicate effectively, and function as part of a multidisciplinary team

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Housing assistance options
- Extension opportunities
- Opportunities for fast credentialing where available

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
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• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.