Occupational Therapist (OTR)
Listed compensation
$59-$66/hr
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Job Description
- Now Hiring: Occupational Therapist (OTR)
- Join a High-Energy In-House Rehabilitation Team at Rossmoor Post Acute
- Rossmoor Post Acute | Walnut Creek, CA
- Position: Occupational Therapist (OTR)
- Schedule: Full-Time
- Compensation: $59–$66+ per hour, DOE
- Program: Stable, Facility-Managed In-House Therapy Program
- New Graduates: Encouraged to Apply
Build Your Career Where Great Therapy Happens
Rossmoor Post Acute is seeking a passionate, compassionate, and motivated Occupational Therapist (OTR) to join our premier in-house rehabilitation team in Walnut Creek, California.
Whether you're an experienced clinician or a new graduate ready to launch your career, this is an opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative environment where clinical excellence, teamwork, and exceptional resident outcomes are the priority.
Why Join Rossmoor Post Acute?
In-House Stability & Clinical Support
Be part of a dedicated, facility-managed rehabilitation team focused on continuity of care, strong interdisciplinary collaboration, and positive resident outcomes.
Mentorship & Professional Growth
- Work alongside experienced therapists and supportive clinical leaders who are committed to helping you develop your skills, build confidence, and advance your career.
- New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply!
- Positive, Team-Oriented Culture
- Join a high-energy rehabilitation department where team members support one another and work together toward a common goal: providing exceptional care and helping residents achieve greater independence.
- Competitive Compensation
- $59–$66+ per hour, DOE
- Competitive compensation in the desirable Walnut Creek/Rossmoor area
- Bonus and incentive opportunities
What You'll Do
As an Occupational Therapist, you'll help residents improve their functional abilities, independence, and quality of life through individualized, goal-oriented therapy.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Develop and implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.
- Help residents improve independence with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and functional mobility.
- Evaluate resident progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
- Supervise and support Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs).
- Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate resident care.
- Participate in Patient Care Conferences and Utilization Review meetings.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
- Provide education and training to residents, caregivers, and families.
- Assist with safe and effective discharge planning.
- Communicate with physicians regarding treatment updates, resident progress, and care recommendations.
Qualifications
- Current California Occupational Therapist (OT) license in good standing
- New graduates are encouraged to apply
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Full-Time Benefits
Eligible Full-time Employees May Enjoy
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Bonus & Incentive Opportunities
- Ongoing Clinical Education & Professional Development
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Supportive clinical leadership
Make a Meaningful Impact
At Rossmoor Post Acute, we believe great therapy starts with great therapists. We strive to create an environment where your clinical expertise is valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference every day.
If you're ready to build your career with a stable, collaborative, and high-energy in-house rehabilitation team, we'd love to meet you.
Join the Rossmoor Post Acute therapy team in Walnut Creek and help residents regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.
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
Develop and implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans to improve residents' functional abilities and independence. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and provide education to residents and families while maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (924 salary observations; 2,017 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,587 salary observations; 25,232 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 ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $117k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 44 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 41% have no call, 61% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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