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Alta Med
Compton, California

Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$49.07-$61.34/hr

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Job Description

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference.

We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone.

Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

This position facilitates the development and rehabilitation of patients with mental, emotional, and physical disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed occupational therapy.

The PACE Occupational Therapist will provide comprehensive occupational therapy services to participants enrolled in the PACE program.

This role focuses on promoting the independence and quality of life of elderly individuals through the development, improvement, and maintenance of activities of daily living and functional skills.

Minimum Requirements

Occupational Therapist license issued by the State of California Occupational Therapy Board, coupled with a minimum of 1 year of experience working with the frail elderly (Geriatric) and disabled populations (preferred).

  • Bilingual English/Spanish/Cantonese/Mandarin preferred.
  • Post-professional education and training in Physical Agent Modality preferred.

A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

Compensation

$49.07 - $61.34 hourly

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

  • Benefits & Career Development
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter Flexible Spending
  • Career Advancement & Development opportunities
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Paid CME Days
  • Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Corporate Employee Discounts
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.

You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.

After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Key Responsibilities

This role facilitates the development and rehabilitation of patients with disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed occupational therapy. The therapist will provide comprehensive services to PACE program participants to promote independence and improve activities of daily living.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Occupational Therapist license issued by the State of California and possess a valid BLS certification. A minimum of one year of experience working with frail elderly and disabled populations is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Geriatric carePatient assessmentFunctional skills trainingCare planningDisability support

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (960 salary observations; 2,084 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,856 salary observations; 26,330 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 ~$115k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k 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$102k–$128kOccupational Therapy median $130k (middle half $123k–$139k)68 comparable listings, Oct 2026
California vs national$117k median in California$97k nationally (+21%)960 state / 6,856 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$104k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in California924 active9,416 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 40% no call · 60% no weekends45 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia Occupational Therapist listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment980 active listings, Oct 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+1.5% 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 Occupational Therapist Jobs

29 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

29 jobs · 16 employers
9
<$100k
12
$100k-115k
3
$115k-130k
3
$130k-145k
2
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

28 jobs · 16 employers
401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
46% this job
Sign-on bonus
39%
Loan repayment
14%
PSLF eligible
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Hand Therapist II, Ambulatory

Sutter Health · Yuba City, California

$122k-$171k
#2

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Galt, California

$130k-$160k
#3

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

$140k
#4

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

$140k
+ 27 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 9,322 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Alta Med

Wellness and Fitness Services
Los Angeles, CA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Flexible Spending
Career Advancement & Development opportunities
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Paid CME Days
Malpractice insurance and tail coverage

Living in Compton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$654k
Typical market rent
$2,315/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
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 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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