Occupational Therapist
How this pay compares
This posting states $50–$55 an hour. Open occupational therapist jobs in California post a median of $65 an hour, the middle half $59–$70.89, across 189 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapists employed in California earn a median of $59.86 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
Occupational therapists in California: pay by town and employer
About the job
BrightStar Care is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist who is confident in delivering person centered care to various clients in Contra Costa County and/or Alameda County. Therapy will be delivered based on your own assessment and following your set schedule.
Why Join Our Team
- Say goodbye to Oasis charting and hello to stress-free private duty charting!
- Flexibile work schedule; work when you want!
- Holiday shifts not required
- W-2 employee
- Paid training and orientation
- Employee referral bonus
- Part-time and full-time opportunities
- Travel time reimbursement
- HomeCare Pulse Employer of Choice
- 24/7 on call support
- Joint Commission accredited
- Locally owned and operated company
Occupational Therapist (OT) Qualifications
- Graduated from an occupational therapy program accredited by the Accreditation council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) or predecessor organization.
- Successfully completed a period of supervised fieldwork experience required by the recognized educational institution where the applicant met the academic requirement of the educational program.
- Licensed in the State of California.
- Abide by Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics (AOTA, 2005a) and demonstrated knowledge about and will deliver occupational therapy services in accordance with AOTA standards.
- Two (2) years of occupational therapy experience.
- Adhere to HIPPA and maintain patient confidentiality.
Occupational Therapist (OT) Responsibilities
- Work cooperatively with physicians to develop an appropriate treatment and care plan specific to the client and their physicians report.
- Assess the home environment, especially as it is related to fall risk and intervention and safety.
- Identify equipment needs and develop adaptive plan to improve client function and independence.
- Report client’s response to treatment or changes in condition to the Director of Nursing and Physician.
- Prepare clinical and progress summaries as well as discharge planning. Submit documents to Director of Nursing.
- Treat patients, family, and staff with courtesy and respect.
Wage Range: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour (two hour visit minimum)
BrightStar Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
From BrightStar Care of Central Contra Costa County/Walnut Creek's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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