Occupational Therapist

Salinas, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Occupational Therapy - Patient-Facing Leadership Role $120000$158000

Monterey County California

Schedule: Full-Time Day Shift (58s)
Setting: Hospital-based Inpatient Outpatient Acute Care & SNF

Imagine leading without losing the part of OT you love mostdirect patient carewhile living on Californias Central Coast. This role is built for an experienced Occupational Therapist ready to step into leadership without stepping away from clinical practice.

Youll remain hands-on with patients while shaping OT programs mentoring clinicians and strengthening care delivery across multiple hospital-based settings in Monterey Countyan area known for its coastline open space and slower pace compared to major metros.

Why This Role Stands Out

$120000$158000 annual salary range
True hybrid role: 80% patient care 20% leadership & program development
Exposure across inpatient outpatient acute care and skilled nursing
Early-to-mid career leadership opportunity with real influencenot just a title
Collaborative interdisciplinary environment that values mentorship and autonomy
Coastal California living with access to beaches trails and small-town communities

What Youll Do

Evaluate and treat patients across multiple service lines and care settings
Guide and expand OT programs to improve consistency outcomes and workflow
Mentor and support clinicians through coaching training and collaboration
Partner on documentation standards audits and quality improvement initiatives
Serve as a clinical leader while remaining embedded in day-to-day patient care

What Were Looking For

Graduate of an AOTA-accredited Occupational Therapy program
California OT license (active or eligible)
5 years of clinical OT experience
Interest in leadership mentorship and program ownership
Prior lead or supervisory experience welcomed not required
Certified Clinical Instructor (CCI) credential is a plus
Comfort with Spanish-speaking patientsor interest in developing those skills

Skills That Help You Thrive

Experience with EMRs (Cerner familiarity preferred)
Organized steady leadership style with strong follow-through
Ability to balance independent clinical judgment with service-line priorities
Working knowledge of healthcare documentation (ICD-10 / CPT preferred)
Bilingual in English and Spanish is a huge plus

Take the Next Step

If youre ready to advance into leadership without giving up clinical impact wed love to connect. Qualified applicants are typically contacted within 24 hours.

Occupational Therapy - Patient-Facing Leadership Role $120000$158000 Monterey County California Schedule: Full-Time Day Shift (58s)Setting: Hospital-based Inpatient Outpatient Acute Care & SNF Imagine leading without losing the part of OT you love mostdirect patient carewhile living on California...