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Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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$75/hr

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Job Description

  • Occupational Therapist (OT)
  • Napa Valley Care Center | Napa, CA
  • Earn Up to $75/Hour (DOE)
  • Full-Time, Part-Time & PRN Opportunities Available
  • Ask About Our Sign-On Bonus, Relocation Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Program!
  • Occupational Therapist Jobs in Napa, CA

Napa Valley Care Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our outstanding rehabilitation team. We provide high-quality skilled nursing, post-acute rehabilitation, long-term care, and therapy services, helping residents regain independence and improve their quality of life.

Whether you're an experienced Occupational Therapist or a newer clinician looking to grow your career, you'll find a supportive and collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and your professional development is encouraged.

Why Join Napa Valley Care Center?

  • What We Offer
  • Competitive pay up to $75/hour, based on experience
  • Sign-On Bonus Available
  • Relocation Assistance Available for Qualified Candidates
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Flexible scheduling options: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative interdisciplinary team
  • Modern, well-equipped therapy gym and rehab department
  • Opportunities for continuing education and career advancement
  • Positive, resident-centered culture focused on exceptional outcomes
  • Occupational Therapist (OT) Responsibilities

As an Occupational Therapist, You Will

  • Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans
  • Provide skilled, evidence-based occupational therapy interventions
  • Help residents improve daily living skills, safety, mobility, and functional independence
  • Collaborate with Physical Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, nursing staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams
  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers regarding treatment goals and progress
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation
  • Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes

Qualifications

  • Required
  • Active and unrestricted California Occupational Therapist (OT) License
  • Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care

Preferred

  • Experience in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Post-Acute Care, Long-Term Care, Rehabilitation, or Geriatric Therapy
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • New graduates are welcome to apply

About Napa Valley Care Center

Napa Valley Care Center is proud to be part of the PACS family of post-acute care facilities, known for excellent clinical outcomes, innovation in rehabilitation services, and a culture built on teamwork, respect, and professional growth.

Located in the beautiful Napa Valley, our facility offers therapists the opportunity to build rewarding careers while making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents every day.

If you're looking for a rewarding Occupational Therapist job in Napa, CA with competitive pay, bonus opportunities, career growth, and a supportive rehab team, we'd love to hear from you.

  • Join Napa Valley Care Center and help residents achieve greater independence, confidence, and quality of life.
  • Apply now to become our next Occupational Therapist (OT)!

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

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate residents to develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to improve functional independence. They will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and maintain accurate documentation to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Skills

Treatment planningPatient careInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient education

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)), so the posted ~$156k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $141k 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).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at PACS a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 5% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,285 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

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%
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 7.9
Among the best 10% of Occupational Therapy listings for work-life

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

Living in Napa

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$822k
Typical market rent
$2,863/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
112.6
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 · Napa, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus
Relocation Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible scheduling
Continuing education
Career advancement