Location: Oakland, CA

Start Date: 02-02-2026

End Date: 05-02-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $62 - $65 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

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.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients in skilled nursing to determine occupational performance and functional needs
• Develop individualized treatment plans that target ADLs, mobility, and daily independence
• Deliver hands-on therapy and adaptive techniques to maximize patient safety and quality of life
• Collaborate with nursing, PT, SLP, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care
• Train patients, families, and staff on adaptive equipment and home strategies
• Document progress clearly and timely to support continuity of care and discharge planning
• Advocate for patient-centered goals and support smooth transitions of care

Qualifications

• Active California Occupational Therapy license (required)
• OTR/L credential preferred
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or willingness to obtain
• Strong clinical reasoning, assessment, and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork mindset; compassionate approach to patient care

Education

• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Completion of a professional OT program and eligibility for state licensure

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency with ADL and functional assessments
• Skilled in adaptive equipment recommendations and therapeutic activity design
• Knowledge of safe patient handling and fall prevention strategies
• Familiarity with documentation standards for skilled nursing and regulatory requirements
• Good time management, prioritization, and the ability to work within interdisciplinary teams
• Comfort teaching caregivers and family members practical techniques

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your contract comfortable
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you can stay healthy while you help others
• 401K retirement savings plan to invest in your future
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
• Professional development and CEU support to keep your skills sharp
• Referral bonus program and a supportive team that values YOU
• A collaborative, patient-centered workplace where your voice matters

Travel Perks: Explore Oakland, CA

Oakland is a vibrant base for your travel assignment. Explore Lake Merritt for a scenic morning walk, enjoy the vibrant restaurants and coffee shops in Temescal, and catch live music or events at Jack London Square. Nature lovers can hike Redwood Regional Park or visit Joaquin Miller Park, and the Oakland Zoo is great for weekend outings. Quick BART or ferry rides put San Francisco, Berkeley, and the East Bay wine regions (Napa and Sonoma) within easy reach for day trips or weekend adventures.

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