Occupational Therapist-OT Per-Diem
Listed compensation
$65-$75/hr
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Job Description
- Job Posting: Occupational Therapist (OT) – Per-Diem
- Location: Hanford Post Acute – Hanford, CA
- Salary Range: $65.00-$75.00/hour
- Schedule: Per-Diem | Day Shift
- Join Our Therapy Team at Hanford Post Acute
Hanford Post Acute, a skilled nursing facility in Hanford, CA, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our rehabilitation team full-time. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care that supports our residents in regaining independence and achieving their goals.
This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who is passionate about working in a supportive environment with a strong interdisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans
- Deliver occupational therapy services in accordance with physician orders and care plans
- Document evaluations, daily treatment notes, and progress reports accurately and timely
- Supervise and support COTAs and therapy aides in accordance with state regulations
- Educate residents, caregivers, and staff on therapy techniques and post-discharge care
- Participate in care planning meetings and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Recommend adaptive equipment and assist with discharge planning
Qualifications
- Valid California Occupational Therapy License (required)
- Current CPR certification (required)
- Skilled nursing or post-acute care experience preferred
- Strong communication, clinical, and organizational skills
- Passion for resident-focused care and rehabilitation
We Offer
Competitive pay starting at $65/hour
Full Benefits Package Including
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development
If you're an Occupational Therapist looking to make a real impact in a caring, team-oriented facility, apply today to join Hanford Post Acute. We look forward to meeting you!
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
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (923 salary observations; 2,015 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,588 salary observations; 25,229 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)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 36% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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