Travel Occupational Therapist

Overview

Embark on a transformative journey as an Occupational Therapist in Petaluma, California, where your clinical expertise will elevate daily living, independence, and quality of life for a diverse patient population. In this specialty role, you’ll apply evidence-based approaches to assess, plan, and implement therapeutic activities that help individuals of all ages regain meaningful function. You’ll collaborate with a dynamic interdisciplinary team to set ambitious goals, monitor progress, and adjust interventions to maximize outcomes.

Location benefits come alive in Petaluma, a town that marries small-town charm with modern amenities and access to exceptional outdoor recreation. The region’s proximity to the Bay Area makes it convenient for professional collaboration, continuing education, and networking with leading clinicians. This assignment offers opportunities to work across varied locations within the United States, exposing you to diverse patient populations, facility types, and care models, while supported by a trusted partner who understands the demands of travel therapy.

• Deliver comprehensive OT evaluations, develop and update individualized treatment plans, and implement purposeful interventions to restore independence in activities of daily living, mobility, ergonomics, cognitive-motor tasks, and functional end goals.
• Work with patients across age groups and diagnoses, adapting therapeutic modalities to skills, home environments, and community participation.
• Maintain documentation and outcome measurement to ensure clear communication with physicians, families, and care teams.
• Lead patient and caregiver education, facilitate home programs, recommend adaptive equipment, and plan for safe discharge.
• Engage in professional growth within the specialty, including mentorship for newer therapists, opportunities to pursue advanced certifications (hand therapy, neurorehabilitation, geriatric rehab, pediatrics), and structured pathways to expand your scope of practice.
• Join a supportive, collaborative environment that values initiative, reflective practice, and ongoing learning.

The package includes a performance-based sign-on bonus, housing assistance, and the potential for contract extensions. You’ll have 24/7 support from our travel team, ensuring you’re never navigating challenges alone while on assignment in Petaluma or other participating locations. Ready to start on 01/20/2026 with guaranteed 40 hours per week and a weekly pay range of $2,774 to $2,830, reflecting your experience and the assignment specifics.

Duration is several weeks, with clear pathways to extension based on performance and community needs, and a welcoming framework for housing support and a competitive bonus. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

The company’s values center on empowering staff to grow, innovate, and lead with compassion. You’ll be supported by a culture that prioritizes professional development, clear career pathways, and a culture of safety, respect, and teamwork. Expect access to resources that help you advance—continuing education allowances, mentorship opportunities, and constructive performance feedback designed to help you reach your next career milestone. Our commitment is to create an environment where your expertise is honored, your well-being is protected, and your professional trajectory continues to ascend—whether you’re refining specialty skills, taking on leadership roles, or expanding your clinical repertoire across other departments or settings.

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