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Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,359 per week

AMN Healthcare Allied, Bakersfield, CA, United States


Job Description & Requirements
AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in BAKERSFIELD, California.

Specialty:

Occupational Therapist

Discipline:

Therapy

Duration:

13 weeks

40 hours per week

Shift:

8 hours, days

Employment Type:

Travel

Start Date:

ASAP

Available Shifts:

8 D

Pay Rate:

$2323.00 - $2394.00

Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) jobs in Bakersfield, CA offer a 13‑week assignment with 8‑hour day shifts in a skilled nursing setting. You will assess, diagnose, and treat adults and seniors with physical, emotional, or cognitive disabilities, helping them achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life.

Your responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, implementing therapeutic activities, educating patients and families on coping strategies and assistive devices, and supporting residents in regaining or maintaining daily living skills and autonomy.

To qualify, you need a master’s degree in occupational therapy, national certification, and state licensure. Experience in skilled nursing is recommended, along with strong communication, empathy, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

SNF experience

Active state license

12/11 start date

Facility location: Bakersfield is surrounded by mountain ranges, wildflowers and the Kern River, offering outdoor recreation and vibrant downtown life.

Job Benefits :

Competitive pay rates

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) and Flex Spending

Life Insurance

Accident and Short‑term Disability Coverage

Free Continuing Education

Competitive Housing Deal

AMN Healthcare Allied Job ID #3403603. Pay package is based on 8‑hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

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