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Occupational Therapist (Full-time, Day Shift)

Adventist Health·San Luis Obispo, California

$49 - $73/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 5 hours ago
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About the role

Plans and conducts treatment programs to restore physical, social, and mental functions for patients. Performs evaluations, establishes individualized care plans, and supervises assigned assistants.

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary

Plans and conducts segments of treatment programs designed to restore and improve physical, social and mental functions, while meeting department objectives. Serves as co-leader in interdisciplinary approach to patient groups. This position is represented by SEIU.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

  • Master's degree in
  • Occupational
  • Therapy or
  • Doctor of
  • Occupational
  • Therapy (OTD): Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2007.
  • Two years' occupational therapy experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

  • Occupational
  • Therapy licensure in state of practice: Required
  • Basic
  • Life
  • Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per
  • AH policy: Required
  • Occupational
  • Therapy
  • Licensure in the state of practice: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

  • Basic
  • Life
  • Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per
  • AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention. Uses appropriate clinical techniques and tools and establishes individualized treatment plans for patients.

Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques. Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.

Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.

Supervises assigned assistants.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

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Benefits

  • Bonuses
  • Sign-On Incentive
  • Comprehensive Benefits Program
  • Differentials
  • Extra Shift Incentives

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$49 - $73/hr
Location
San Luis Obispo, California
Posted
Jul 27, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Adventist Health

Adventist Health Central Coast (formerly Tenet Health Central Coast) is proud to serve the Central Coast of California. We offer care through two acute care hospitals, two imaging centers and an expansive primary and specialty care network.

Salary listed on 1,066 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size501-1,000 employees
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