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Monterey, California

Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time or Per Diem

Listed compensation

$65.16-$70.68/hr

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Job Description

At Central Coast VNA & Hospice (VNA), we are committed to delivering compassionate, team-driven home health, palliative, and hospice care to individuals and families across the Central Coast.

For over 74 years, VNA has provided skilled in-home services, from rehabilitation and chronic disease management to comfort care at life's end. With a focus on dignity, respect, and individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.

As a nonprofit rooted in community trust, VNA upholds a mission of patient-centered care, reinvesting resources into clinical excellence, family support, and accessible community health services. VNA is looking for a Occupational Therapist.

Job Summary

Under a plan of treatment approved by a physician, assists the patient in attaining maximum potential through application of occupational therapy principles. Provides consultation to other health team members. Consults with patient's family and caregivers. Evaluates home environment and makes recommendations.

Status: Full-Time & Per Diem

Education/Experience/Skills/Qualifications

  • Active Occupational license in California
  • Current CPR certification
  • Minimum of 1 year recent acute, SNF, or Home Health experience
  • Current CPR certification

Special Requirements

  • Current driver's license
  • Auto insurance
  • Reliable vehicle

Joining VNA means becoming part of a trusted, mission-driven organization with more than 74 years of community-based service. We are dedicated to supporting our employees with meaningful professional growth opportunities, a collaborative environment, and a strong commitment to work/life balance.

The compensation range for this role is determined by factors such as location and required skills. The salary range provided reflects the lowest to highest amount we reasonably anticipate paying for this position at the time of posting.

Compensation is influenced by labor market conditions and various factors, including but not limited to: prevailing minimum wage in the area, relevant education, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, sales or revenue targets, and business needs.

It is not typical for a new hire to be offered the highest end of the salary range. Pay decisions are based on the unique circumstances of each candidate and position.

In addition to competitive compensation, VNA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Paid time off
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company paid life insurance
  • HSA and FSA options
  • 403(b) plan
  • A $35 monthly premium for employee-only medical coverage or other options available

We are proud to provide a workplace where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community we serve. Please visit ccvna.com to apply, we look forward to welcoming the next dedicated professional to our team.

Key Responsibilities

The occupational therapist assists patients in reaching their maximum potential by applying therapy principles under a physician-approved plan. They also provide consultations to the health team and patient caregivers while evaluating home environments for safety and accessibility.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active California occupational therapy license and current CPR certification. A minimum of one year of recent experience in acute, skilled nursing, or home health settings is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient careHome health careCare planningHome environment evaluation

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (839 salary observations; 2,153 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,886 salary observations; 27,166 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 ~$141k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $128k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$136k–$147kOccupational Therapy median $119k (middle half $102k–$131k)943 comparable listings, Oct 2026
California vs national$117k median in California$97k nationally (+21%)839 state / 5,886 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$128k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in California925 active9,158 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 6% remote · 38% no call · 48% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia Occupational Therapist listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment981 active listings, Oct 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+3.3% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Occupational Therapist Jobs

35 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

35 jobs · 23 employers
11
<$100k
13
$100k-120k
5
$120k-140k
2
$140k
4
$160k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

33 jobs · 23 employers
401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
48%
Sign-on bonus
36%
Loan repayment
12%
PSLF eligible
6%

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 (OT) - Home Health

$50k-$170k
#4

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

$130k-$160k
+ 33 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 9,225 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Benefits & Perks

Paid time off
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
HSA and FSA options
403(b) plan
$35 monthly premium for employee-only medical coverage

Living in Monterey

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.24M
Typical market rent
$2,696/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
109.0
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Salinas, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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