Inpatient Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Tahoe Forest Health System; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 74,996 - 84,364; Part time

Job summary

Tahoe Forest Health System in Truckee, CA is hiring a part-time Inpatient Occupational Therapist. This position involves providing patient care services, evaluating and implementing treatment modalities, and collaboration with hospital staff.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and be licensed in California or Nevada. Key responsibilities include developing individualized therapy programs and documenting patient progress. Competitive pay starting at $61.24/hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited occupational therapy program required.
• Must be licensed to practice in California or Nevada.
• Basic Life Support certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and conducts evaluation and treatment for occupational therapy.
• Plans therapy programs for patients and collaborates with hospital staff.
• Documents patient progress and remains updated on therapy practices.

Skills

Patient care services

Occupational Therapy evaluation

Individualized therapy programs

Collaboration with team

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Masters or Doctorate in related field (preferred)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Inpatient Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Job Category: Non Represented
Requisition Number: CURRE004374

• Posted : May 27, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

Truckee, CA, USA

Description

Bargaining Unit: Non Represented

Rate of Pay: $61.24/hour + DOE (Base Pay of $54.44/hour includes 12.5% per diem premium)

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the manager, the Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for providing patient care services consisting of evaluation and implementation of modalities and treatments in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures and as indicated by licensing agencies in the State of practice (CA/NV).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Organizes and conducts medically prescribed Occupational Therapy services including evaluation and treatment.
• Effectively utilizes appropriate resources to ensure sensitive, personal care to individuals who require occupational therapy services.
• Plans individualized therapy programs for each patient.
• Collaborates with other team members and services in the hospital to assure that services and activities can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the patients.
• Evaluates, records, and reports patient progress.
• Assures that patients and visitors follow established policies and procedures at all times.
• Interprets occupational therapy policies and procedures to patients and family members, as necessary.
• Remains current in Occupational Therapy practices.
• Participates in peer feedback to improve performance of line of service.
• Clinician will practice fiscal responsibility and strive to maintain minimum targeted key performance indicators as set by Director of Therapy and Clinical Manager of department.
• Extends courtesy and consideration to others in interpersonal relationships.
• Demonstrates a professional manner in the workplace at all times.
• Seeks clarification of duties when needed.
• Channels suggestions, feedback, and questions to appropriate personnel.
• Participates in the quality improvement process.Establishes good rapport with all team members, patients and other health care providers.
• OT will participate in activities to meet the health needs of people locally, nationally, or globally.
• Demonstrates System Values in performance and behavior.
• Complies with System policies and procedures.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited occupational therapy program, be licensed to practice and pass the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam.

Required Licenses, Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - Upon Hire
• BLS: Employee will be enrolled in the Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) Basic Life Support (BLS) Entry or Prep Curriculum (depending on their previous BLS certification). - Within 3 months of hire into job

Other Experience/Qualifications

Required:

• California Occupational Therapy license if practicing in the state of California
• Nevada Occupational Therapy license if practicing in the state of Nevada

Preferred:

• Masters or Doctorate degree in related field

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.