About This Role
As a specialized therapist in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, you will focus on the delicate developmental needs of the facility's youngest patients during this 13-week contract in Salinas. Your daily routine involves assessing sensory processing, feeding readiness, and motor development for infants in a high-acuity hospital environment. This full-time travel assignment requires a clinician comfortable working 40 hours per week on a consistent day-shift schedule. While the role is initially a three-month commitment, there is often room to extend your stay in the California coastal region. This position is ideal for an Occupational Therapist who possesses a deep understanding of neonatal neurodevelopment and thrives in a multidisciplinary medical team. Beyond the competitive $3,000 weekly compensation—which includes tax-free stipends for housing and meals—the most notable perk is the annual all-inclusive vacation provided to contractors who reach their service milestones. With comprehensive health coverage starting on your first day and support for licensure reimbursement, this role offers a secure path for therapists looking to advance their clinical expertise while exploring a new geographic location.
$2,200–$4,500/wk
Travel assignment
Days · 8-hour shifts
RN license
Dedicated
Health insurance, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
Location & Routes
- Base city: Parkfield, CA
- Route type: Dedicated
Benefits & Bonuses
- Health insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your nursing role
Requirements
Active RN license in the assignment state (compact license preferred).
Minimum 2 years of recent acute-care experience in the specialty.
BLS required. ACLS, PALS, or specialty certs depending on unit.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a typical travel nurse contract?
Most travel nurse contracts run 8–13 weeks, with the option to extend or take a new assignment after each contract. Some crisis or rapid-response contracts are as short as 4 weeks.
Is housing provided or is there a stipend?
Most travel agencies offer a tax-free housing stipend rather than agency-arranged housing. Stipends vary by city and assignment, typically $1,000–$2,500 per month on top of weekly taxable pay.
Do I need a compact nursing license?
A multistate (compact) license lets you work in any NLC member state without applying for a separate license. For non-compact states (e.g., California, New York) you'll need a state-specific RN license before starting.
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Nursing Jobs in Parkfield, CA
Parkfield, California is served by Cedars-Sinai, Kaiser Permanente, UCSF Health, Stanford, and Sutter Health, giving nurses based here strong access to staff, per diem, and travel positions. Local employers in Parkfield regularly post openings across ICU, ER, labor & delivery, and travel nurse contracts, supported by premium California RN pay driven by mandated 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratios; California is not part of the NLC compact.
If you live in or near Parkfield, you can usually choose between a staff hospital position close to home or a travel/agency contract paying premium rates. Compensation in California reflects premium California RN pay driven by mandated 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratios; California is not part of the NLC compact, and experienced RNs — especially with ICU, ER, or labor & delivery experience — see noticeably stronger offers from Parkfield-area employers.
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Full Job Details
CoreMedical Group is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Salinas, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Occupational Therapist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Travel Client in CA seeking Occupational Therapist for the following shift(s): Days We are looking for a healthcare professional who is ready to provide exceptional patient care in this contract/travel role. Contract/travel assignments are typically 13 weeks, with potential to extend. Help us continue our mission to connect people, improve lives, and give back to the community by joining the CoreMedical Group team. When you work with CoreMedical Group, we put you first and treat you like family, supporting you every step of the way. CoreMedical Group is one of the largest healthcare staffing agencies in the country, with travel and contract positions located across the United States. Our recruiters will help you find the perfect job, whether it's across the country or across the street. In addition to dedicated, personalized support from your recruiter, when you work with CoreMedical Group you'll receive: Access to an extensive benefits package, including day 1 health, dental, and vision insurance, employer paid life insurance, a health reimbursement account, and more! Weekly paychecks with competitive pay packages Matching 401(k) benefits to help you save for retirement Licensure assistance and reimbursement to set you up for success on your contract Travel reimbursement and dedicated housing support while on assignment Referral cash bonuses when you connect us with other clinicians CoreMedical Group also offers you a free, all-inclusive vacation each year as our way of saying "thank you" for your hard work. Join other healthcare professionals on the annual Club CoreMed retreat and you'll see why our contract and travel professionals come back to us year after year! Your career is too valuable to tackle on your own. Let CoreMedical Group help you with your healthcare journey! *Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses, and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Any benefits (medical/dental/vision) are in addition to the weekly pay. Please speak with your Recruiter for additional details. Estimated payments are subject to change until formal offer of assignment is made and accepted. Core Medical Group Job ID # . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OT About CoreMedical Group CoreMedical Group is one of the largest healthcare staffing agencies in the country. We have jobs nationwide in travel nursing, travel allied health, interim, locum tenens, and permanent placements! Join the staffing agency with Club CoreMed, the best perk in the industry - an all inclusive paid trip to a tropical resort! Benefits Weekly pay Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Company provided housing options Sick pay Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Referral bonus Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Benefits start day 1 License and certification reimbursement Life insurance Discount program