NICU Occupational Therapist
Location: Salinas, CA
Pay: $3,900 Weekly
Shifts: Days (5×8s)
Seven Healthcare is seeking an experienced NICU Occupational Therapist to join a leading healthcare team in Salinas, California. This travel opportunity is ideal for a skilled Occupational Therapist with experience working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), providing specialist therapy and supporting the developmental needs of newborns and their families.
Why Choose Seven Healthcare?
Seven Healthcare is committed to supporting healthcare professionals with competitive pay, dedicated recruiter support, and access to rewarding travel assignments across the United States.
When you join, you'll receive:
- Competitive weekly pay
- License reimbursement to support maintenance and renewal of credentials
- Referral programme with rewards for recommending healthcare professionals
- Comprehensive health insurance options
- Certification reimbursement for additional professional qualifications
- Reliable weekly pay
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment
Key Responsibilities of the NICU Occupational Therapist
- Provide occupational therapy assessments and interventions for infants in the NICU
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on each patient's clinical and developmental needs
- Support infant development, positioning, feeding, sensory regulation, and functional development where appropriate
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
- Work closely with parents and caregivers, providing education, guidance, and support
- Collaborate with neonatologists, nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Follow hospital policies, clinical protocols, and patient safety standards
- Provide compassionate, family-centered care in a highly specialized neonatal environment
Requirements of the NICU Occupational Therapist Role
- Current BLS certification
- Current California Occupational Therapist license
- Minimum 1 year of recent NICU Occupational Therapist experience
- Experience working with premature and medically complex infants preferred
- Strong knowledge of neonatal development and occupational therapy interventions
- Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and patient care skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
Salinas, CA – A Great Place to Work and Live
Salinas is located in California's beautiful Monterey County, offering travel healthcare professionals a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to stunning beaches, outdoor activities, and the wider Central Coast. Known for its agricultural heritage and proximity to destinations such as Monterey and Big Sur, Salinas provides an excellent balance between professional opportunities and California living.
Why Work with Seven Healthcare?
Seven Healthcare is a trusted agency for travel nursing and allied health professionals, offering competitive pay, exclusive assignments, and outstanding support throughout your travel career. With 5-star ratings on Google and Vivian, and recognition as Best Travel Nurse Company 2024 by BluePipes, we help healthcare professionals find rewarding assignments across the United States.
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Pay: $3,900.00 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Referral program
Experience:
- NICU Occupational Therapist: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS certification (Required)
- California Occupational Therapist license (Required)
Work Location: In person
