Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,059 to $2,259 per week in Palm Desert, CA

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a new location in Palm Desert, CA.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active California Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and treat adults with functional deficits, including experience with ADL retraining, splinting, and adaptive equipment preferred.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will provide more information.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Hours: AM 8.
• Assignment Length: 13 week assignment.
• Travelers may be expected to float to other facilities as needed.

Location Highlights

Palm Desert offers outdoor and desert lifestyle options near regional attractions. The city is adjacent to the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument, about a 15–25 minute drive to hiking trails and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, and about 20–30 minutes from downtown Palm Springs with shopping and mid-century architecture for an urban-adjacent lifestyle. The area is within roughly a 1–2 hour drive of Joshua Tree National Park and within a short drive to the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival grounds, supporting recreational and cultural options for an adventurous or relaxed lifestyle.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to impacting others. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as an occupational therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by an AI-enhanced career app for therapy professionals.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.