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Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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Starting at $70/hr

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Occupational Therapist (OT)
  • Lakeport Post Acute | Lakeport, CA
  • Starting at $70.00/hour DOE + Full Benefits
  • Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available
  • Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Help Patients Regain Independence and Improve Their Quality of Life

Lakeport Post Acute is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing rehabilitation team. If you're passionate about helping patients restore function, maximize independence, and achieve meaningful outcomes, we'd love to meet you.

Whether you're seeking a full-time career opportunity or a flexible part-time schedule, you'll find a supportive environment where your clinical expertise is valued and your contributions make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents.

Now Under New Rehabilitation Leadership

Lakeport Post Acute is excited to welcome our new Director of Rehabilitation, Khushbu, PT. As a Physical Therapist and leader, Khushbu brings a resident-centered approach to care and a strong commitment to supporting the success of her therapy team.

She is focused on building a positive, collaborative, and clinically driven rehabilitation department where therapists feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow professionally. Her dedication to both staff and residents is helping shape an exciting future for our rehab program.

Join a team where leadership is invested in your success and committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

Why Join Lakeport Post Acute?

  • Competitive pay starting at $70.00/hour DOE
  • Sign-On Bonus Available
  • Relocation Assistance Available
  • Full-time and part-time opportunities
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for eligible employees
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities
  • Supportive rehabilitation and nursing teams
  • Modern therapy equipment and resources
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary care environment
  • Strong leadership committed to therapist success
  • Beautiful Lake County location with a welcoming community
  • Occupational Therapist (OT) Responsibilities
  • Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans based on functional goals and clinical needs
  • Provide occupational therapy services to improve independence with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
  • Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions and adaptive strategies
  • Assess cognitive, physical, and functional abilities to maximize patient outcomes
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members
  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers regarding treatment plans, progress, and home exercise programs
  • Participate in care planning meetings and interdisciplinary conferences
  • Recommend adaptive equipment, durable medical equipment, and environmental modifications as appropriate
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with facility, state, and federal regulations
  • Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans to achieve optimal outcomes

Qualifications

  • Current California Occupational Therapist (OT) License required
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  • Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
  • Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
  • Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Post-Acute Care, Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care, or Acute Care settings preferred
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply

About Lakeport Post Acute

At Lakeport Post Acute, we believe exceptional patient outcomes begin with exceptional caregivers. Our therapy team is committed to helping residents achieve their highest level of function, independence, and quality of life while providing therapists with the support, resources, and leadership they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a rewarding Occupational Therapy opportunity where your skills are appreciated, your growth is encouraged, and your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about our Occupational Therapist opportunities, including our Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance programs.

  • Job Types: Full-Time, Part-Time
  • Pay: Starting at $70.00 per hour DOE
  • Work Location: In Person

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

Evaluate residents to develop and implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans aimed at improving functional independence. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide evidence-based interventions and educate families on progress and home exercise programs.

Key Skills

Patient careInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient educationDurable medical equipment recommendation

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 ~$146k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $132k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 45 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 40% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution27 jobs · 18 employers

16
<$110k
4
$110k-130k
4
$130k-150k
1
$160k
2
$170k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks25 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
56% this job
Sign-on bonus
48% this job
Loan repayment
20%
Relocation assistance
8% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Occupational TherapistPer Diem

Ace Home Health Care & Hospice · San Jose, California

$154k-$207k
#2

Occupational Hand Therapist II, Ambulatory

Sutter Health · Yuba City, California

$122k-$171k
#3

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

$130k-$160k
#4

Occupational Therapist

$96k-$141k
+ 25 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

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

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Living in Lakeport

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$385k≈ 2.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,794/mo≈ 15% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 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.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus
Relocation Assistance
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Continuing education and professional development