Occ Therapist Per Diem

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health in Escondido, CA is seeking an Occupational Therapist for per diem day shifts. You will evaluate patients, develop and deliver therapy plans, and document care in accordance with professional standards.

This role requires engaging with an interdisciplinary team, maintaining up-to-date documentation, and using standard office software. A CA OT license or license eligibility and BLS are required; per diem shifts offer flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Examinies, evaluates, diagnoses, plans and provides occupational therapy treatments as prescribed.
• Speaks/reads English to perform essential duties and interact with the team.
• Experience with standard office equipment and computer software for documentation.
• Proficient keyboarding and basic PC operations within MS Office and internet tools.
• Adheres to Palomar Health rules, policies and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Examines, evaluates, diagnoses, and provides occupational therapy treatments as prescribed.
• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintains documentation to support all aspects of patient care.
• Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical reasoning

Documentation

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Occupational Therapy License

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

## Occ Therapist Per DiemApply: Escondido, CA: Per Diem: Posted Yesterday: JR100407**Department:**Occupational Therapy**Union:****Shift:**8-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)**Hours Per Pay Period:**20**Job Description:**Range: 47.58-71.46Posting Date: 9/14/2026Examines, evaluates, diagnoses, plans and provides quality therapy treatments that meet patient individual needs and are medically prescribed and necessary using the standards of professional practice. Exercises independent judgment for clinical decision-making and prepares all documentation required to support all aspects of patient care provided. Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.### **Job Requirements****Minimum Education:**As required by certification and/or licensure**Preferred Education:**Not Applicable**Minimum Experience:**0 - 6 months Occupational Therapist**Preferred Experience:**1 - 2 years Occupational Therapist**Required Certification:**American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider**Preferred Certification:**Not Applicable**Required License:**Valid Driver's License Current CA Licensed Occupational Therapist or CA Licensed Applicant**Preferred License:**Not ApplicableWe are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.