Occupational Therapist

9XV Talent Services; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Job summary

9XV Talent Services is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for a 99-bed skilled nursing/post-acute facility in Hayward, CA. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule of 35 hours per week with no weekends and full-time, permanent employment.

Responsibilities include evaluating residents, developing and implementing OT plans, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring accurate documentation in EMR per regulatory standards. California license and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted California Occupational Therapist license.
• NBCOT certification preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience in skilled nursing/post-acute or geriatric settings.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload, work independently, and collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents’ functional status, ADLs, mobility, fine motor and cognitive skills.
• Develop, implement and modify individualized OT treatment plans and goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions (therapeutic activities, ADL training, adaptive equipment training, splinting as indicated).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team (PT, SLP, nursing, case management) on care plans and discharge planning.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in EMR per facility and regulatory standards.
• Train and educate residents, families, and staff on safe mobility, safety techniques and use of adaptive equipment.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal and facility policies, including infection control and patient safety protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and meet productivity/census goals.

Skills

NBCOT certification

Geriatric care

ADL assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Caseload management

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Tools

EMR system

Job description

9XV Talent Services — company summary 9XV Talent Services is a specialized talent firm partnering with high-caliber healthcare leaders seeking new career opportunities. With over 30 years of combined industry experience, we support some of the country’s top healthcare systems with permanent recruitment solutions that ensure patient care, productivity, and deadlines are never delayed.

Our partnered Skilled Nursing Facility in Hayward is seeking a licensed, compassionate Occupational Therapist to join their team.

Position: Occupational Therapist (OT) — Hayward, CA

Location: Windsor Post Acute — Hayward, CA (99-bed skilled nursing/post‐acute facility)

Schedule: Monday–Friday (no weekends)

Position Type: Full‐time, permanent

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate residents’ functional status, ADLs, mobility, fine motor and cognitive skills.
• Develop, implement and modify individualized OT treatment plans and goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions (therapeutic activities, ADL training, adaptive equipment training, splinting as indicated).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team (PT, SLP, nursing, case management) on care plans and discharge planning.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in EMR per facility and regulatory standards.
• Train and educate residents, families, and staff on safe mobility, safety techniques and use of adaptive equipment.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal and facility policies, including infection control and patient safety protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and meet productivity/census goals.

Qualifications:

• Current and unrestricted California Occupational Therapist license.
• Graduation from an accredited OT program and NBCOT certification preferred.
• Minimum 1 year (preferred) experience in skilled nursing/post‐acute or geriatric settings.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload, work independently, and collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).

Preferred:

• Experience with Medicare/Medicaid documentation and reimbursement.
• Familiarity with adaptive equipment, splinting, and cognitive/neuromuscular intervention techniques.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay ($54–$59/hr) Based on experience.
• Standard facility benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement) — specifics to be confirmed with employer.
• Potential for professional development and continuing education support.

Additional Details:

99-bed skilled nursing/post‐acute facility

Schedule: 35 hours/week, Typical shift: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (or as scheduled).

Position Type: Full‐time, permanent

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