Occupational Therapist in Crescent City, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Crescent City, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,520/Per Week
- Profession
- Occupational Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $69.92
- Weekly
- $2,517
- Yearly (full-time)
- $130,884
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $69.92/hour — 17% above the median for Occupational Therapist jobs in California ($59.86/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Occupational Therapist jobs in California right now
- 142 open Occupational Therapist jobs in California from 7 agencies, 5 of them in Crescent City.
- Pay in these listings: $31.29 – $121/hour, median $52.44/hour.
- Typical Occupational Therapist pay in California: $59.86/hour ($124,509/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($67.16/hour across 31 jobs).
Job description
Join a 13-week travel assignment as an Occupational Therapist in Crescent City, CA, focusing on acute inpatient and rehab therapy. Your primary responsibility will be evaluating and treating patients in the Acute Rehab department, with flexibility to float to inpatient settings based on census. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing and updating personalized Plans of Care, and facilitating rehabilitation programs aimed at restoring daily living skills and independence. You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team, supervise assistants and aides, and serve as a clinical instructor for students. The unique aspect of this position is balancing hands-on therapy with administrative responsibilities, all within a facility dedicated to comprehensive recovery.
Weather:
The weather around this time typically features mild temperatures with clear, sunny days, making outdoor activities enjoyable. Cooler evenings and occasional coastal breezes are common, creating a comfortable atmosphere for daily routines and leisure pursuits.
Fun Things To Do:
- Explore Redwood National Park and marvel at towering ancient redwoods on scenic hikes or drives.
- Take a day trip to Trinidad, CA, to enjoy beachside views and charming local cafes.
- Visit the Tree of Life at Humboldt Lagoons State Park, perfect for nature walks and photography.
- Enjoy a whale watching tour along the Northern California coast, spotting migrating whales and marine life.
- Discover arts and culture at local galleries and cultural centers within Crescent City.
Job Specifics:
Location: Crescent City, California
Shift: 8-hour days, 08:00 - 16:30
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 40.0
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