Occupational Therapist - OT

TEEMA Group; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 157,597,440 - 171,924,480; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Solutions Group is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time contract in Elk Grove, CA. You will oversee clinical and management duties, provide restorative therapy to seniors at the center and in homes, and supervise Therapy Assistants.

Travel locally for mobile visits is required. The role demands a California OT license, NBCOT certification, BLS, and at least two years of clinical OT experience with seniors, plus two years of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy per ACOTE standards.
• NBCOT certification and California OT licensure required.
• Active BLS and valid driver’s license required.
• Minimum 2 years OT experience with frail/elderly population; 2+ years supervisory/management experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Deliver physician-ordered OT interventions to improve ADLs, balance, cognition, and endurance.
• Perform local home and facility visits (4–6 patients daily) for safety and treatment.
• Order and manage adaptive equipment and therapy devices; coordinate care transitions.
• Supervise and mentor Therapy Assistants; lead Functional Maintenance Programs (FMPs) and guide clinical staff.
• Educate staff, participants, and family caregivers in therapy techniques; support marketing with enrollments.
• Handle other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Cultural competency

Data-driven management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT Certification

California OT Licensure

BLS Certification

Job description

Are you an inspirational, community-minded clinical leader who is passionate about helping vulnerable seniors regain their safety, dignity, and independence? We are seeking an adaptable and highly collaborative Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time contract position in Elk Grove.

In this dual clinical and management role, you will coordinate and deliver vital restorative and rehabilitative occupational therapy services to seniors both at our day health center and in their homes or residential care facilities. You will partner closely with staff Physicians, Physical Therapists, and an interdisciplinary team (IDT) to optimize participant safety and performance of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Additionally, you will serve as a key member of our management team, directly supervising and mentoring Therapy Assistants and guiding them in executing Functional Maintenance Programs (FMPs). If you thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and enjoy traveling locally to care for seniors one-on-one, we invite you to apply.

Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment & Therapy Delivery

Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct occupational therapy evaluations to identify participants' therapeutic needs, preferences, and goals, actively contributing to IDT meetings to formulate individualized care plans.

Therapeutic Interventions: Deliver and document physician-ordered occupational therapy interventions. These include activities designed to improve muscle re-education, perceptual-motor skills, cognitive function, balance, and endurance.

Home & Facility Visits: Conduct local mobile visits (typically 4–6 patients per day) to perform safety assessments and treatment sessions within participants' homes or Skilled Nursing/Assisted Living Facilities (SNFs/ALFs).

Adaptive Equipment Management: Order, track, and manage routine maintenance for therapy equipment and adaptive devices.

Specialized Care Coordination: Support smooth care transitions between hospitals, SNFs, and homes. Participate in end-of-life care coordination and assist marketing teams with prospective participant enrollment.

Clinical Supervision: Direct, train, and instruct Therapy Assistants in executing Functional Maintenance Programs (FMPs).

Mentorship & Team Leadership: Manage, supervise, and mentor direct reports, utilizing operational data and reports to prioritize workloads and resolve performance barriers.

Caregiver Education: Provide specialized, hands-on training and instruction to staff, participants, and family caregivers in therapy techniques.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education, Licensure & Credentials

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program matching AOTA and ACOTE standards.

Certification: Active initial registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Licensure: Valid license (or immediate licensure eligibility) to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the State of California.

Life Support: Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Experience & Skills

Clinical Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of Occupational Therapy experience in a clinical setting working with a frail or elderly population.

Supervisory Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of direct supervisory or management experience, with a proven ability to mentor, train, and develop clinical team members.

Mobility: Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation to complete required field-based mobile therapy visits.

Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to practice and work in the State of California.

Desired Qualifications

Data-Driven Management: Prior experience working in a data-driven healthcare organization, leveraging reporting metrics to manage teams and prioritize assignments.

Adaptability: Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with a proven ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and collaborate with diverse cultural groups.

Location and Work Type

Work Type: Full-Time Contract Position (40 hours per week).

Work Setting: Hybrid clinic-facing and field-based setting. Based out of the center in Elk Grove, CA with required local mobile travel to patient residences, SNFs, or ALFs.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Pay: $55-60/HR depending on years of experience.