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Long Beach, California

Occupational Therapist -Per Diem

Occupational TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$90-$120/hr

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Job Description

For over 20 years, Lorian Health has been a trusted leader in home health care, dedicated to enhancing patients’ quality of life and supporting their independence.

We offer a collaborative, compassionate work environment where every team member is valued and equipped to succeed. Join a team that prioritizes growth, open communication, and the tools you need to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Location: Long Beach Northeast and Southeast

$5000 Sig-on Bonus paid out quarterly in payments of $1250

About the Role

We’re seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide in‑home therapy services as prescribed by the attending physician. This role includes evaluating patient needs, implementing treatment plans, and ensuring safe, high‑quality care in the home environment.

  • What You’ll Do
  • Provide occupational therapy treatments as ordered by the physician
  • Assist in developing and updating the Plan of Care (POC)
  • Evaluate patient functional levels and progress
  • Observe, record, and report patient condition changes
  • Teach and guide family members and Lorian staff on therapy programs
  • Supervise other healthcare personnel when appropriate
  • Assess the home environment and recommend modifications
  • Participate in in‑service education programs
  • Complete and submit accurate, timely clinical documentation per Lorian policies
  • What You Need (Qualifications)

Graduate of an Accredited Occupational Therapy Program

  • Registered with the Occupational Therapist Association; licensed in state of practice (as applicable)
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant OT experience
  • Pre‑employment health clearance, including TB test/CXR (per state requirements)
  • Able to read, follow written instructions, and document care accurately
  • Self‑directed with strong independent work skills
  • Current CPR certification
  • Professional, flexible, and demonstrates tact and patience
  • Good physical stamina and mental health
  • Valid driver’s license and insured personal vehicle (per Lorian Health requirements)
  • Able to document all client‑related activity

Why Join Us?

We are committed to our employees' well-being, offering a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, EAP, 401(K) with 4% match

  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement or company vehicle (role dependent), plus fuel card
  • Employee referral program and opportunities for growth and advancement
  • This position is based on a Pay per visit compensation model.

Pay per visit ranges from $90 to $120 visit commensurate with experience and depending on type of visit.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will provide in-home therapy services, evaluate patient needs, and implement personalized treatment plans. They are also responsible for documenting clinical progress and educating family members on therapy programs.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited occupational therapy program and hold a valid state license. A minimum of two years of relevant experience and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningPatient carePlan of care developmentPatient monitoringFamily educationStaff supervisionHome environment assessmentTime management

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$113k (122 salary observations; 248 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (1,270 salary observations; 4,810 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 32% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

49 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution32 jobs

11
<$125k
8
$125k-145k
6
$145k-165k
7
$165k-185k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs

401k / retirement match
83% this job
CME allowance
50%
Sign-on bonus
17% this job
Relocation assistance
13%
Loan repayment
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Care Occupational TherapistPer Diem

US Physical Therapy · Morristown, New Jersey

$74-$93.75/hr
#2

Home Care Occupational Therapist- (Morris County)Per Diem

US Physical Therapy · Boonton, New Jersey

$74-$93.75/hr
#3

Home Care Occupational Therapist- Per Diem (Western Nassau County)

$70-$90/hr
#4

Occupational Therapist II, Acute

$58.71-$82.19/hr
+ 47 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 9,052 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Long Beach

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$961k
Typical market rent
$2,422/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
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.

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Lorian Health

Hospitals and Health Care
San Diego, California
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Disability Insurance
EAP
401(K) with 4% match