Part-Time Occupational Therapist (OT)

McKinley Park Care Center | Sacramento, CA

Pay: $65-$75/hour (DOE)

Are you an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life? Join our collaborative interdisciplinary team where you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Why Join McKinley Park?

• Competitive pay: $65-$75/hour DOE
• Flexible part-time schedule
• Supportive rehabilitation team
• Collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families
• Modern therapy equipment and resources

Responsibilities

As our Occupational Therapist, you will:

• Evaluate patients within 24 hours (or one business day) of physician referral.
• Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy services to help patients maximize independence.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) according to state practice guidelines.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and patient care conferences.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home programs and safe discharge planning.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and durable medical equipment (DME) to support patient independence.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in accordance with state, federal, and payer requirements.
• Provide education and in-service training to nursing staff and rehabilitation team members.
• Assist with restorative nursing program training when appropriate.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current Occupational Therapist (OT) license in the State of California
• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Current license in good standing
• Knowledge of Medicare documentation requirements and skilled nursing regulations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team

Preferred:

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, post-acute care, or rehabilitation setting
• Experience with PointClickCare and Casamba documentation systems

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist who is:

• Compassionate and patient-centered
• Organized and detail-oriented
• A strong communicator
• Passionate about helping older adults regain independence
• Committed to providing exceptional clinical care

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others, we'd love to meet you!

Apply today and become part of the McKinley Park Care Center team!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.