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Occupational Therapist

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital • Ridgecrest, California, United States • 2w ago

Occupational Therapist

Job Summary

Occupation: Occupational Therapist

Specialty: Occupational Therapy

Salary: $44.81–$75.32 per hour

Working Hours: 0 hours/week (Part Time as Needed)

Shifts: Day

On-Call: No

Degree Required: Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy or equivalent

Position Type: Part Time

Work Environment: Hospital Clinic / Home Health

Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States

Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We’re looking for Occupational Therapists who are dedicated to helping patients regain function, enhance daily living skills, and achieve independence. In this role, you’ll organize and implement therapy programs for both hospital and home health patients. You’ll guide individuals through exercises and activities designed to restore mobility, relieve discomfort, and promote wellness, while supervising OT Assistants and Rehab Aides.

We value a thoughtful and collaborative approach to care, strong communication, and a passion for helping people adapt and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct therapeutic programs to rehabilitate patients with physical or mental limitations

Guide patients in functional tasks to promote independence and mobility

Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans

Supervise Certified OT Assistants, Rehab Aides, and assigned staff

Make recommendations for equipment and staffing as needed

Collaborative Teamwork

This role involves working closely with the rehab team and other clinical partners to provide high-quality, coordinated care across settings.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy or equivalent

Current registration to practice in California

Demonstrated competence in therapeutic principles and tools

Certification and experience appropriate for hospital and home health patients

Strong written and verbal communication skills

BLS CPR certification (American Heart Association guidelines)

Knowledge of compliance standards and hospital protocols

Recommended affiliation with the American Occupational Therapy Association

Ability to communicate and document in English

Must be able to put into practice Service Excellence skills with patients, families, coworkers, and the community

Benefits You'll Enjoy

None (Part-Time Position)

Welcome To RRH

Established for 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, full-service Hospital with 25 inpatient beds, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility, clinics, and other outpatient services. RRH has state-of-the-art facilities and offers multi-specialty healthcare, view Treatment & Care. In 2023, it was honored by the American Medical Association for promoting the well-being of healthcare workers and has an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community’s health and the well-being of those who care for them.

About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 30,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.