Pay:

$96 per hour

Location:

Salinas, California 93901

Schedule:

5 X 8s (40 hours per week)

Start:

September 1, 2026

Duration:

13 weeks, extensions likely

Job Type:

Contract, Local and travel

Pay Frequency:

Weekly About the Role ShareSTAFF is hiring a NICU Occupational Therapist near the Monterey Coast for a contract assignment at a Hospital in Salinas, California. ShareSTAFF is seeking an experienced NICU Occupational Therapist for a contract assignment at a Level

III NICU

in Salinas, California, roughly 20 minutes from the Monterey coast. This role provides OT interventions — assessment, care planning, family education, and adaptive equipment — for critically ill and premature infants, working under the supervision of the Rehab Supervisor and Manager of Rehabilitation Services. The schedule includes an 8:00 AM start with one weekend of coverage required per month (weekday hours and full weekly schedule pending confirmation — see internal note). NICU experience is a hard requirement here, not a preference — only candidates with at least 1 year of hands-on NICU experience should be submitted. What We Offer Weekly pay

• every week, on time Tax-free housing and meal stipends for travel assignments Travel reimbursement Referral bonuses
• earn extra when you refer a fellow healthcare professional Dedicated recruiter support before, during, and after your assignment Extension opportunities and access to new assignments nationwide What You'll Do Assess patients and develop Care Plans compatible with physician, patient, and family goals Provide high-quality, safe patient care and complete all required treatment documentation Assist in returning patients to the highest degree of independence possible Provide OT intervention in fine motor skills, self-help skills, development, and durable medical equipment needs specific to infants and children Coordinate with CCS (California Children's Services) Case Managers for referral to a CCS panel provider or CCS Medical Therapy Unit when a patient needs continued OT services after discharge Regularly assume Charge Therapist duties Assist in orientation of new employees and volunteers Instruct and evaluate therapy students and therapy assistant students during clinical affiliations Maintain a cost-effective treatment plan and adhere to established hospital safety standards Demonstrate age-appropriate care skills for the NICU population served What You Bring•Required Master's degree in Occupational Therapy — required, no substitution mentioned Active California Occupational Therapy license — required Unlike some of your other recent reqs, this notice does not mention accepting a pending license or proof of application, so treat this as a hard, immediate gate Current BLS (AHA) — required Minimum 3 years of Occupational Therapy experience Minimum 1 year of NICU experience What You Bring•Preferred Prior experience coordinating with CCS (California Children's Services) or similar state pediatric care-coordination programs Experience supervising or instructing OT students/therapy assistant students during clinical affiliations Comfort assuming Charge Therapist responsibilities About ShareSTAFF ShareSTAFF connects nursing and allied health professionals with travel and contract assignments at hospitals, state facilities, and healthcare organizations nationwide.

With more than a decade of experience and lasting relationships with healthcare facilities across the country, we specialize in matching skilled clinicians with assignments where they can make a real impact on patient care. Our healthcare division supports nurses and behavioral health professionals across psychiatric, medical-surgical, critical care, and allied health specialties. How to Apply Ready to make a difference in NICU Click "Apply Now" below or contact our recruiting team to discuss current and upcoming assignments. ShareSTAFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. We comply with the California Fair Chance Act and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law. ShareSTAFF participates in E-Verify; employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. #hcco1