Per Diem Occupational Therapist (Float)
About The Position
California Rehabilitation & Sports Therapy is seeking a per diem float Occupational Therapist to support outpatient orthopedic clinics throughout Orange County, including Irvine, Newport Beach, Laguna Niguel, Corona, Fountain Valley, Mission Viejo, Huntington Beach, Orange, Anaheim, and surrounding areas. The role offers an as-needed, flexible schedule, with clinicians able to choose shifts that fit their availability. Compensation is $50–$60 per hour, based on experience and job-related factors. The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients and develops and implements individualized therapy programs to help them develop or regain daily living skills and participate in meaningful activities. The role involves working collaboratively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to support patient well-being and coordinated care. This position is part of Physical Rehabilitation Network and its family of brands, which emphasize personalized care, clinical insight, collaboration, and patient outcomes.
Requirements
- Master’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
- Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, critical thinking, and ability to work as part of a team.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a clinical or rehabilitation setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ functional abilities, limitations, and goals.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
- Administer occupational therapy treatments, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, activities of daily living training, and adaptive equipment as needed.
- Educate patients and families about therapeutic techniques, home exercises, and adaptive strategies to promote independence.
- Reassess patient progress regularly and modify treatment plans as needed.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, progress reports, and treatment plans.
- Communicate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Follow ethical, legal, and professional standards, including confidentiality and regulatory requirements.
- Meet patient needs by executing the Plan of Care and following up on noncompliance.
- Use nonclinical staff to support caseload needs and delegate to a COTA when appropriate.
- Promote a collaborative culture aligned with the organization’s service vision.
- Adapt to changes in patient schedules and daily workflow.
- Stay current on occupational therapy techniques and best practices.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental plans.
- Paid time off.
- Clinical incentive opportunities.
- Student loan repayment options.
- Professional development resources.
- Ongoing clinical education support.
