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Occupational Therapist - Inpatient - Chula Vista

Scripps Health·Chula Vista, California

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation, assessment, and treatment to patients within an acute inpatient setting. They collaborate with other rehab disciplines to deliver patient-centered care according to regulatory standards and policies.

  • This is a full-time position working Sunday-Thursday. Bonus Eligible
  • Join the Scripps Health team to work with dedicated caregivers and deliver patient-centered care, while building a rewarding career with one of the nation's most respected healthcare organizations. Why join Scripps Health? AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE: At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated: Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years. Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025. Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications. Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care. We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career. Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology. Our rehab team at Scripps La Jolla is eager to welcome an acute inpatient Occupational Therapist to their tight-knit department. This team partners closely with other rehab disciplines to provide a collaborative approach to patient care. The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation, assessment, prognosis, treatment, and education to patients and clients through a continuum of care according to the therapist's respective licensure/registration/certification, Code of Ethics, Federal/State regulations, JCAHO/UMQC and Care Center policies and procedures. They perform competencies as outlined in Rehabilitation Services Competency Assessment tools and demonstrate age specific care as established for area and job title. *$4K New Hire Incentive and $3K Relocation if moving from 100+ miles. The following are not eligible for hiring incentives:​ Internal candidates​ Rehires that left Scripps less than 3 years ago​ In order to remain eligible for your retention incentive the following criteria must be met​ Must remain in original hired FTE Status and Shift (if specified in offer letter)​ Must remain in original department/specialty​ Must remain in original Job Title​ Transfers to other locations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus unless specifically noted in your offer letter.

Requirements

· Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy · Current or Pending CA Occupational Therapy License (if pending, license must be in hand by start). · Current BLS Certificate from the American Heart Association Preferred Experience: · At least 2 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care setting

Benefits

  • Professional Development Programs
  • Relocation Assistance
  • New Hire Incentive

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Chula Vista, California
Posted
Jun 19, 2026
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Scripps Health

With offices throughout San Diego County, our doctors and APCs specialize in family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and obstetrics and gynecology.

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryMedical Practices
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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California inpatient OT roles need acute care readiness

In California, inpatient Occupational Therapist roles are often competitive because employers look for candidates who can step into acute care settings with minimal onboarding. For this Chula Vista role, an accredited OT degree, current or pending California licensure, AHA BLS, and preferred acute care experience signal a strong fit. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review the essentials faster; if you’re applying, confirm your license status and BLS before submitting.

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