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$3532/wk – Occupational Therapist – OT

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 Job Posting: Occupational Therapist (OT) – Sacramento, CA

Assignment Type: 13-week contract (with possible extension)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (rotating weekends)
Start Date: Two weeks from offer acceptance
Location: Sacramento, CA

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for performing client evaluations, developing and providing occupational therapy services, and documenting services in accordance with the plan of care developed for each patient.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of practice
  • Must be a graduate of an accredited school or program of Occupational Therapy
  • One (1) year of prior professional Occupational Therapy experience preferred
  • Current CPR if applicable
  • TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
  • Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
  • Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

CA OT License and BLS required

Unit Highlights:

  • Collaborative team of PTs, OTs, SLPs, Recreational Therapists, Social Workers, and more
  • Patients are medically stable with clear rehabilitation goals
  • Common diagnoses include brain injuries and other neurological conditions
  • Epic charting system used
  • Average caseload: 3–4 patients/day (Unit census: 4–7 patients)
  • Average length of stay: ~3 weeks
  • May float to Burn Unit (experience preferred)

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Required: Some inpatient experience, even if from several years ago
  • Preferred: Pediatric inpatient rehabilitation experience
  • Strongly Considered: Inpatient experience with pediatric background (clinic/school/outpatient)
  • Acceptable: Adult inpatient rehab experience with some pediatric exposure

**DETAILBREAKDOWN** 40-hour week

·        $3532 Total Travel Packageweekly

·        $1880 Weekly Taxable Wages +

·        $1050 WeeklyLodging Allowance +

·        $602 WeeklyM&I Allowance

·        *Based upon qualifying for position andallowances. The total package is inclusive of taxable wages and allowances.

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for performing client evaluations, developing and providing occupational therapy services, and documenting services in accordance with the plan of care developed for each patient.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of practice
  • Must be a graduate of an accredited school or program of Occupational Therapy
  • One (1) year of prior professional Occupational Therapy experience preferred
  • Current CPR if applicable
  • TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
  • Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
  • Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Awards and recognition programs 
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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