Occupational Therapist PRN
- PRN / per diem
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. 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. 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
Monterey Palms Healthcare Center is hiring for an Occupational Therapist (OT). We value our employees and we are committed to providing them with a professional and supportive work environment. We treat our residents and employees as part of our family.
- ccupational Therapist (OT) Salary: $104,000 - $124,800 PRN/ON CALL
Sign-on Bonus Available!
- ccupational Therapist (OT) Benefits:
- PTO
- Referral Bonuses
- ccupational Therapist (OT) Duties and Responsibilities Performed within scope of practice and federal guidelines:
- Evaluates, plans and administers treatment to patients with problems related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems.
- Administers and interprets tests and measurements for muscle strength, coordination, range of motion, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
- Provides direct clinical treatment in accordance with an established plan of care.
- Participates in an interdisciplinary team of clinicians.
- Provides adaptive tools and treatments for specific patient needs.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
- Conducts simulated and/or actual home assessments, as appropriate, to ensure discharge of residents to a safe environment.
- ccupational Therapist (OT) Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy.
- One (1) year of clinical experience preferred. New graduates welcomed.
- Current license to practice Therapy Occupational Therapy Issued by California.
Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.
From Monterey Palms Healthcare Center's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Monterey Palms Healthcare Center hires therapists, nurses and nursing assistants in Palm Desert, California.
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