Occupational Therapist - Flexible Hours, Growth in Rehab

Willow Springs Healthcare Center in; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling options

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Continuing education opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive therapy team

Job summary

Willow Springs Healthcare Center in Riverside County, CA seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to join our growing rehabilitation team. The OT will evaluate residents, develop individualized plans, and deliver skilled OT services to improve independence, self-care, mobility, safety, and quality of life.

Full-time or part-time positions available. Must hold a California OT license (CPR preferred).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current California Occupational Therapist license in good standing.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Skilled nursing facility experience preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team.
• Passion for helping residents achieve meaningful functional outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions based on physician orders and clinical assessments.
• Address ADLs, upper extremity function, balance, coordination, cognition, and safety awareness.
• Establish measurable treatment goals and modify plans as appropriate.
• Assess and recommend adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and safety strategies.
• Supervise and collaborate with COTAs.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in compliance with state/federal requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care planning, and discharge planning.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment plans and functional strategies.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, rehabilitation professionals, and other healthcare team members to optimize resident outcomes.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

ADLs

Education

OT degree

Job description

Willow Springs Healthcare Center in Riverside County, CA seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to join our growing rehabilitation team. The OT will evaluate residents, develop individualized plans, and deliver skilled OT services to improve independence, self-care, mobility, safety, and quality of life.

Full-time or part-time positions available. Must hold a California OT license (CPR preferred).