Occupational Therapist-OT Per-Diem
Listed compensation
$65-$75/hr
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Job Description
- Job Posting: Occupational Therapist (OT) – Per-Diem
- Location: Hanford Post Acute – Hanford, CA
- Salary Range: $65.00-$75.00/hour
- Schedule: Per-Diem | Day Shift
- Join Our Therapy Team at Hanford Post Acute
Hanford Post Acute, a skilled nursing facility in Hanford, CA, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our rehabilitation team full-time. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care that supports our residents in regaining independence and achieving their goals.
This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who is passionate about working in a supportive environment with a strong interdisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans
- Deliver occupational therapy services in accordance with physician orders and care plans
- Document evaluations, daily treatment notes, and progress reports accurately and timely
- Supervise and support COTAs and therapy aides in accordance with state regulations
- Educate residents, caregivers, and staff on therapy techniques and post-discharge care
- Participate in care planning meetings and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Recommend adaptive equipment and assist with discharge planning
Qualifications
- Valid California Occupational Therapy License (required)
- Current CPR certification (required)
- Skilled nursing or post-acute care experience preferred
- Strong communication, clinical, and organizational skills
- Passion for resident-focused care and rehabilitation
We Offer
Competitive pay starting at $65/hour
Full Benefits Package Including
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development
If you're an Occupational Therapist looking to make a real impact in a caring, team-oriented facility, apply today to join Hanford Post Acute. We look forward to meeting you!
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.
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 ~$117k (425 salary observations; 1,096 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (3,066 salary observations; 13,376 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; 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).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.1 / 10 · above average in occupational therapy | ranked against 8,992 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $135k–$156k | Occupational Therapy median $121k (middle half $102k–$131k)962 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| California vs national | $117k median in California | $97k nationally (+21%)425 state / 3,066 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$132k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in California | 919 active | 9,171 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 44% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 16% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment970 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,221 in the last 30 days | 1,726 the 30 days before (+87%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +2.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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