Occupational Therapist, Inpatient - La Jolla - 141322

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide patient-focused OT services in an acute care setting. The role involves evaluation, treatment, documentation and seamless communication across care teams.

Qualified candidates hold California OT licensure, an accredited OT degree, and must have or obtain BART/BLS within six months. Commitment to service excellence is essential.

Qualifications

• One year of relevant occupational therapy experience preferred.
• California-state OT licensure required.
• BART or BLS at hiring with plan to obtain BART within six months.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for occupational therapy patient service delivery, including evaluation and treatment of routine and complex patients, complete required documentation and communicates patient information across the continuum of care.

Skills

Experience

Education

CA OT license

OT degree & eligibility

BART or BLS within 6 months

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9/15/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Responsible for occupational therapy patient service delivery, including evaluation and treatment of routine and complex patients, complete required documentation and communicates patient information across the continuum of care. Participates in training and program development and represents the department to the medical and general community. The position will be primarily be acute care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy approved by the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association, eligibility for registration by the National Registry of the American Occupational Therapy Association.

• Occupational Therapist (OT) - issued by the state of California.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least one (1)years of relevant experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• May flex and float between sites as needed..

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $110,372 - $145,596 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $52.86 - $69.73

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).