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Walnut Creek, California

Occupational Therapist (OTR)

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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

Treatment planningADL assistancePatient educationSupervision of COTAs

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).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution26 jobs · 17 employers

8
<$105k
10
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
4
$135k-150k
2
$150k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
54%
Sign-on bonus
50%
Loan repayment
21%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$122k-$171k
#2

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21st Century Home Health Services · Galt, California

$130k-$160k
#3

Occupational Therapist

$96k-$141k
#4

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

$140k
+ 24 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,285 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Walnut Creek

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.16M
Typical market rent
$2,959/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

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