Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,247 to $2,447 per week in Santa Barbara, CA

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT with Jackson Therapy Partners! 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 brand-new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active California Occupational Therapy License is 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 is required.
• Documentation and electronic medical records experience required. Familiarity with common SNF documentation practices preferred.
• Prior experience treating geriatric populations and patients with complex medical needs preferred.

Apply now and you'll be contacted by a recruiter who’ll give you more information!

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.

Location Highlights

Santa Barbara offers coastal living, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions within short distances. The city features the Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf along the Pacific coastline, with Pacific Ocean beaches less than a 10-minute drive from downtown. State Street provides dining, shopping, and theaters within a compact urban core, typically a short walk or a few minutes’ drive from nearby residential areas. Nearby attractions include the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and the Santa Barbara Mission, each about 5–10 minutes from central Santa Barbara by car, offering cultural and historical experiences. For outdoor recreation, the Los Padres National Forest and the Santa Ynez Mountains are within a 30–45 minute drive, supporting hiking, mountain biking, and scenic drives for an adventurous lifestyle. Regional transit options include Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District bus routes serving downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, and the Santa Barbara Train Station with Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service connecting to Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo within multiple daily departures, supporting a suburban yet active commute pattern.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as an occupational therapist and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app - designed for therapy professionals like you.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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 for all of our associates.