Occupational Therapist / OT (Home Health)
Listed compensation
$40-$60/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum.
We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values.
By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!
- Mission Healthcare offers competitive benefit packages designed to support the well‑being of our team.
- Benefits Available to All Benefit-Eligible Employees
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Additional Benefits for Employees Regularly Scheduled 30+ Hours per Week:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- Disability, life, and AD&D insurance
Pet Insurance
- Pay range: $40.00-$60.00 hourly, depending on experience.
- Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday
- Territory/Location: San Diego (South Bay area)
Responsibilities
Evaluate patients’ functional abilities in their home environment and develop personalized treatment plans.
Implement therapeutic activities to improve patients’ ability to perform daily living tasks (e. g., dressing, bathing, cooking).
- Educate patients and caregivers on techniques and adaptive equipment to promote safety and independence.
- Monitor progress and update care plans based on patient outcomes and changing needs.
- Document visits and communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary home health team.
Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Valid state license.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing as an Occupational Therapist.
- Current BLS, hands-on CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license and reliable, insured vehicle.
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At Mission Healthcare, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an environment that promotes equity and belonging.
Equal Opportunity & Veteran‑Friendly Employer
We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, compassionate healthcare teams. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. As a veteran‑friendly employer and proud participant in the We Honor Veterans Association, we recognize and value the leadership, teamwork, adaptability, and service‑driven experience military‑connected individuals bring to patient‑centered care and healthcare environments.
Accessibility Commitment
We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.
Inclusion Efforts
We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.
Your Voice Matters
Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.
Communication Consent
By submitting an application, you acknowledge and consent to receive communications—including emails, phone calls, and text messages—from Mission Healthcare and its recruiters regarding your application and potential employment opportunities. You may opt out of text messages at any time by responding with "STOP".
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Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $94k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 42 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 31% have no call, 55% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in occupational therapy | ranked against 9,077 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $83k–$125k | Occupational Therapy median $125k (middle half $114k–$135k)83 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$94k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in California | 888 active | 9,073 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 31% no call · 55% no weekends42 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Occupational Therapist listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment941 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,118 in the last 30 days | 1,761 the 30 days before (+77%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +3.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist / OT (Home Health) at Mission Healthcare a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,077 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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