Occupational Therapist – Rehab & Patient Progress

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

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking an Occupational Therapist to plan and implement individualized rehabilitation programs for patients in Visalia, CA. The role involves assessing conditions, developing plans, and collaborating with a health team to achieve optimal mobility and pain relief.

You will supervise PT assistants and students, document care in electronic records, and participate in ongoing trainings to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active state licensure in California
• Ability to supervise and support physical therapist assistants and students
• Experience in rehabilitation and discharge planning

Responsibilities

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and referrals.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by observing patients as they move.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Coach patients and teach therapeutic massage to ease pain and promote healing.
• Maintain patient records and track goals.
• Use standardized assessments and evidence‑based practice to support interventions.
• Assess patient progress and adjust treatments in the clinical record.
• Evaluate treatment outcomes and modify services accordingly.
• Provide counseling to patients, families, and caregivers about physical disorders.
• Communicate progress and plans with supervisors and health team members.
• Provide discharge summaries per regulatory requirements.
• Document all regulatory information in the electronic system and maintain records.
• Participate in trainings, in-services, and conferences.
• Supervise rehabilitation aides and/or students when applicable.

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking an Occupational Therapist to plan and implement individualized rehabilitation programs for patients in Visalia, CA. The role involves assessing conditions, developing plans, and collaborating with a health team to achieve optimal mobility and pain relief.

You will supervise PT assistants and students, document care in electronic records, and participate in ongoing trainings to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.