OT - Geriatric Rehab Therapist | Full-Time + Sign-On Bonus

Garden City Healthcare Center in; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Garden City Health Care Center in Modesto, CA is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing facility. The role focuses on evaluating and treating residents and coordinating with families and the interdisciplinary team.

The OT will supervise COTAs and staff, educate on discharge planning, document thoroughly, and participate in care conferences, with a pay range of $55-$60 per hour and opportunities such as sign-on bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy preferred.
• Skilled nursing or geriatric experience preferred.
• Current, active California Occupational Therapist license in good standing.
• Must meet all continuing education requirements per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents within 24 hours of physician referral and document delays.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and obtain physician approval.
• Treat residents according to plans of care.
• Supervise COTAs, aides, and students.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on maintenance programs and discharge prep.
• Participate in discharge planning and care coordination.
• Document evaluations and progress notes per regulatory requirements.

Skills

Casamba/PointClickCare proficiency

Clinical judgment

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's or Doctorate in OT preferred

Tools

Casamba

PointClickCare

Job description

Garden City Health Care Center in Modesto, CA is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing facility. The role focuses on evaluating and treating residents and coordinating with families and the interdisciplinary team.

The OT will supervise COTAs and staff, educate on discharge planning, document thoroughly, and participate in care conferences, with a pay range of $55-$60 per hour and opportunities such as sign-on bonuses.