Occupational Therapist, Skilled Nursing

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 99,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development ladder

Free Continuing Education

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Job summary

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine in Fresno, CA is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a Skilled Nursing role at Burnett Extended Care Center. This position focuses on advancing patient independence through evidence-based therapy and collaborative care planning.

Qualified candidates have a CA OT license, a bachelor's in OT, and at least 2 years of experience. The role includes supervision of aides and student clinicians, plus ongoing professional development and CE opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• 2 years of experience in a related setting required.
• OT - State of California Occupational Therapist License required.
• BLS certification for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy examinations, evaluations and treatments for functional recovery.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and discharge planning.
• Provide education to patients and families tailored to their development and culture.
• Supervise assistants and students to support team development.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

OT License CA

BLS Certification

Job description

Position details

• Status: Variable Time
• Pay Range: $56.22 - $71.54 / Hourly
• Shift: Days
• Shifts Per Pay Period: PRN
• Shift Length: 8 Hour
• Location: Fresno
• Reference: 2026-48527
• Facility: Burnett Extended Care Center

Overview

Occupational Therapist, Skilled Nursing

Fresno, CA

Overview

Opportunities for you!

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes
• Home to a Top 10 rehab hospital in CA
• Be among the first to shape team culture and help set the gold standard in patient experience
• Professional development with a 4-level clinical ladder
• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships
• Free parking and electric charging

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Want to learn more?

Responsibilities

Located on the Community Regional campus, Burnett Extended Care Center is our brand-new 154-bed transitional care facility. Purpose-built to serve patients transitioning from hospital to home, Burnett features specialized rehabilitation spaces — dedicated gym spaces with the latest technology, a complete simulated home-like environment, and innovative therapy programs — all designed to help patients regain independence and quality of life in a post-acute setting.

• Perform occupational therapy examinations, evaluations, and treatments to support functional recovery and patient independence through evidence-based research.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences, discharge planning, and the coordination of patient care.
• Provide developmentally and culturally appropriate education to meet the needs of patients and their families.
• Supervise occupational therapy assistants, rehab therapy aides, and student clinical education experiences to support team development and clinical excellence.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact in a collaborative environment where innovation, mentorship, and quality care come together.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy required
• 2 years of experience required

Licenses and Certifications

• OT- State of California Occupational Therapist License required
• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required

Disclaimer

Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.

If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.