Occupational Therapist(OT) Per Diem
Listed compensation
$65-$75/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
- Occupational Therapist (OT) – Full-Time
- Arvin Post Acute | Arvin, CA (Bakersfield Area)
- Skilled Nursing Facility
- Competitive Pay | New Grads Welcome!
- Pay range $60-$65 hourly BOE
Description
Arvin Post Acute is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to evaluate, treat, and support residents in achieving greater independence and improved quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents and develop customized treatment plans
- Deliver hands-on OT care per physician orders
- Supervise and mentor COTAs and aides
- Document progress and participate in team care planning
- Support discharge planning with training and equipment recommendations
Requirements
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
- Current CA OT license
- CPR certified
- SNF/rehab experience preferred
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay $65-$75
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- 401(k) with match
- PTO + paid holidays
- Referral bonus program
- Clinical development and leadership opportunities
- Apply today to make a real impact!
We are 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, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist(OT) Per Diem at PACS a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 8,995 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 63% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
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