Permanent Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job DescriptionOccupational Therapist (OT) – Permanent

Location: Hayward, California
Compensation: $54–$59/hour
Schedule: 35 hours/week | Monday–Friday
Weekend Rotation: None
Facility Size: 99-bed Skilled Nursing Facility
Position Type: Permanent / Full-Time

New graduates are welcome to apply! This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced OTs and newly licensed clinicians looking to build their careers in a supportive SNF environment.

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join a 99-bed skilled nursing facility in Hayward, CA. This permanent position offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with no weekend rotation, providing excellent work-life balance while allowing you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients.

You'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, develop individualized treatment plans, and help patients regain independence in their daily activities. New graduates are encouraged to apply and will have the opportunity to grow their clinical skills in a supportive environment.

Why Join This Team?

• $54–$59/hour compensation

• Permanent, full-time opportunity

• 35-hour workweek

• Monday–Friday schedule

• No weekend rotation

• 99-bed SNF setting

• Supportive environment for experienced clinicians and new graduates

• Opportunity to build strong relationships with patients and the interdisciplinary care team

• Meaningful work focused on improving patients' independence and quality of life

• Excellent work-life balance with a consistent weekday schedule

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and assessments

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals

• Provide skilled OT interventions to improve functional independence and quality of life

• Address activities of daily living, mobility, coordination, strength, and other functional limitations

• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed

• Accurately document evaluations, treatments, progress, and outcomes

• Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, and other members of the interdisciplinary team

• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and strategies

• Participate in care planning and contribute to positive patient outcomes

• Maintain compliance with facility policies, clinical standards, and applicable regulations

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

• Current California Occupational Therapist license or eligibility for licensure

• Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills

• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care

• Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team

• SNF experience is preferred but not required

• New graduates are encouraged to apply

Location: Hayward, California

Hayward offers convenient access to the greater Bay Area while providing a diverse community and plenty of opportunities for recreation, dining, and entertainment. Its location makes it a practical choice for clinicians who want access to the Bay Area without being directly in the center of San Francisco or Oakland.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an Occupational Therapist looking for a permanent opportunity with strong compensation, a predictable weekday schedule, and no weekend rotation, this Hayward position could be an excellent fit.

Experienced clinicians and new graduates are encouraged to apply.