Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$65-$70/hr
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Job Description
- Occupational Therapist (OT)
- Citrus Heights Post Acute | Citrus Heights, CA
- Pay: $65.00 - $70.00 per hour (DOE)
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Location: Citrus Heights, CA
- Occupational Therapist Jobs in Citrus Heights, CA
Citrus Heights Post Acute is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing rehabilitation team. If you're passionate about helping patients regain independence, improve daily living skills, and achieve their highest level of function, we invite you to apply.
As an Occupational Therapist, you'll work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team in a supportive skilled nursing and post-acute care environment where your expertise is valued and your impact is recognized every day.
Why Join Citrus Heights Post Acute?
- Competitive pay: $65.00 - $70.00 per hour DOE
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Supportive and collaborative rehab team
- Modern therapy equipment and treatment programs
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- Consistent patient caseload
- Patient-centered care environment
- Positive workplace culture focused on teamwork and outcomes
Position Summary
The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements individualized treatment programs that help patients improve functional independence and quality of life. This role collaborates closely with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, patients, and families to develop effective treatment plans and achieve optimal outcomes.
- Occupational Therapist Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients within required regulatory timeframes following physician referral
- Develop individualized treatment plans and establish measurable goals
- Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with physician orders and professional standards
- Assess patients' abilities to perform activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), aides, and students as appropriate
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress and care plans
- Participate in care conferences, rehab meetings, and discharge planning
- Educate patients, families, caregivers, and staff on treatment plans and therapy techniques
- Recommend adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and durable medical equipment as needed
- Complete accurate and timely documentation in compliance with federal, state, and facility guidelines
- Maintain therapy equipment and report maintenance or repair needs
- Promote a positive, compassionate, and patient-focused rehabilitation environment
Qualifications
- Current and active California Occupational Therapist License required
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required
- Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy preferred
- Skilled nursing, rehabilitation, post-acute, or long-term care experience preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Experience with PointClickCare and Casamba preferred
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centered care
About Citrus Heights Post Acute
At Citrus Heights Post Acute, we are committed to helping our patients achieve their highest level of independence and recovery. Our rehabilitation team is supported by strong leadership, modern resources, and a collaborative culture that empowers clinicians to do their best work while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Ready to take the next step in your therapy career?
Apply now to join Citrus Heights Post Acute's rehabilitation team and help patients regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.
Citrus Heights Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
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.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements individualized treatment programs to help patients improve functional independence and quality of life. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide care, educate families, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (799 salary observations; 2,246 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,566 salary observations; 27,651 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $127k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $135k–$146k | Occupational Therapy median $122k (middle half $110k–$131k)53 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| California vs national | $117k median in California | $97k nationally (+21%)799 state / 5,566 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$127k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in California | 900 active | 8,960 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 31% no call · 52% no weekends48 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $10k sign-on | California Occupational Therapist listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment951 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,074 in the last 30 days | 1,790 the 30 days before (+72%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +3.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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