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Occupational Therapist / OT PRN

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation·Santa Cruz, California

$60 - $70/hr·Temporary·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

Perform evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide direct 1

1 occupational therapy in home and community settings. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care and effective patient outcomes from evaluation through discharge.

Our Company Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Overview Occupational Therapist (OT) – Flexible / PRN (W2) Rehab Without Walls® Neurorehabilitation | Santa Cruz, CA Bring Outpatient-Level Care Into Real Life At Rehab Without Walls®, we are redefining rehabilitation by bringing the outpatient experience directly to the individual.

Our Home & Community–based care model allows patients to recover in the environments where life actually happens while giving clinicians the freedom, support, and collaboration they value most.

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist for a flexible PRN, W2 role (not 1099) in Santa Cruz, CA.

This opportunity offers autonomy, professional stability, and the chance to make a meaningful, real-world impact.

Who We’re Looking For: An experienced Occupational Therapist interested in serving as a primary therapist from evaluation through discharge.

Availability for approximately 15–20 hours per week across 3 days, with consistent client relationships.

Passionate about functional, real-world rehabilitation delivered in homes and community settings.

Motivated to help clients transition back to meaningful daily life, including: Managing and picking up their own prescriptions Returning to driving Transitioning back to work Participating in yoga, light hiking, and community activities A clinician who thrives with autonomy while valuing collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of OTs, PTs, SLPs, LCSWs, and other specialists.

Why Rehab Without Walls®: We don’t limit recovery to clinic walls.

By bringing outpatient-level therapy to our clients, we help them practice skills where they matter most leading to stronger independence, better outcomes, and deeper therapeutic relationships.

And unlike 1099 roles, this position is W2 PRN, offering: Organizational and clinical support Payroll consistency and liability coverage Access to training, leadership, and collaborative care Flexibility without sacrificing stability What You’ll Receive: Flexible Schedule Created by You – Built collaboratively with your clients.

Hourly Pay – Paid for your time, not just visits.

In-Person, 1:1 Therapy with indirect work completed from home (documentation & communication).

Continuity of Care as the Primary Therapist from evaluation to discharge.

Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration & Co-Treat Opportunities Drive Time Paid at Your Clinical Rate + Mileage Reimbursement No Weekend Shifts Educational Program Access Growth & Advancement Opportunities within an innovative care model.

If you’re ready to practice occupational therapy in a way that’s flexible, impactful, and truly patient-centered, we’d love to connect with you.

Apply today and experience Rehab Without Walls® bringing outpatient care to real life.

Responsibilities

What you will do: Responsibilities listed include but not limited to: Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans Regularly re-assess effectiveness of treatment plans, attend staffing meetings and family conferences Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services and family members Communicates with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care and enhance patient outcomes

Qualifications

What you will need: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a college or university with an accredited Occupational Therapy program Current, unrestricted license as an Occupational Therapist by state in which practicing Current CPR Certification A minimum of one year’s work experience as an Occupational Therapist Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses preferred About our Line of Business Rehab Without Walls, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a revolutionary neurorehabilitation program that moves individuals outside the walls of institutional settings and into their natural home and community environment through a continuum of care. It is designed to significantly help people who have primarily experienced a brain injury, spinal cord injury, or stroke/CVA through accident or illness regain functional capabilities. By providing care in the home, community, workplace, or school, Rehab Without Walls promotes greater health through the recovery process, all with industry-leading outcomes that dramatically improve functional skills and independence for patients. For more information, please visit www.rehabwithoutwalls.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Additional Job Information Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions Ability to lift 50 pounds Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations

Salary Range

USD $60.00 - $70.00 / Hour

Requirements

Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and a current, unrestricted state license. Candidates must have at least one year of work experience and current CPR certification.

  • bachelor degree
  • Treatment planning
  • Patient education
  • Neurorehabilitation
  • Discharge planning
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient evaluation
  • Clinical documentation
  • Home health care
  • Occupational therapy
  • Functional rehabilitation
  • Neurological diagnosis
  • Community-based therapy

Benefits

  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Professional training
  • Paid drive time
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Collaborative care environment

Posting details

Employment type
Temporary
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$60 - $70/hr
Location
Santa Cruz, California
Posted
Apr 2, 2026
Closes
Apr 2, 2027
Application
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Hiring organization

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation specializes in helping people with high-acuity rehabilitation needs. Recognized for its significant value proposition, leading outcomes and unique clinical programs, RWW helps patients including those defined by traumatic brain injury and...

Salary listed on 238 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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