Occupational Therapist — Rehab & Pain Relief Specialist

Sweetwater Care; Delano (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to lead treatments and develop personalized plans to restore function for patients recovering from illnesses and injuries.

The role includes supervising assistants, collaborating with the health team, documenting progress, and ensuring regulatory compliance and discharge planning. Active state licensure is required; strong communication and patient education are valued.

Qualifications

• Assess patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to restore function.
• Coordinate care with other health professionals and families.
• Provide supervision to PTAs and rehabilitation aides.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by observing patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plan.
• Supervise and support PTAs and rehab aides/students.
• Maintain patient records and progress notes.
• Communicate progress with the health team and supervisor.
• Prepare discharge summaries per regulatory requirements.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Communication

supervise staff

Job description

Sweetwater Care in California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to lead treatments and develop personalized plans to restore function for patients recovering from illnesses and injuries.

The role includes supervising assistants, collaborating with the health team, documenting progress, and ensuring regulatory compliance and discharge planning. Active state licensure is required; strong communication and patient education are valued.