Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$65.16-$70.68/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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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 achieving their maximum potential by applying therapy principles under a physician-approved treatment plan. They also provide consultations to the health team and patient caregivers while evaluating home environments to make necessary recommendations.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active Occupational Therapist license in California 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
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$113k (208 salary observations; 461 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (1,464 salary observations; 5,479 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).
Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at Central Coast Community VNA a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,511 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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