University of California San Diego

Occupational Therapist, Inpatient - La Jolla - 141322

Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy school approved by the AMA and AOTA.
  • California-issued Occupational Therapist (OT) license.
  • BART or BLS certification upon hire with commitment to obtain BART within six months.
  • Preferred: One year of relevant occupational therapy experience.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and treat a wide range of routine and complex patients.
  • Complete all necessary documentation related to patient care.
  • Communicate patient information effectively across the care continuum.
  • Participate in training and development programs for staff.
  • Represent the department in various medical and community settings.
  • Provide acute care occupational therapy services.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Supportive team environment in a reputable medical facility.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Flexible scheduling options with weekend rotation.
Full Job Description
Payroll Title:
OCCUPATIONAL THER 1 NEX Department:
Rehabilitation Services Hiring Pay Scale
$52.86 - $69.73 / Hour Worksite:
Jacobs Medical Center Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
HX Contract Total Openings:
2 Work Schedule:
Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Mon - Fri with weekend rotation

#141322 Occupational Therapist, Inpatient - La Jolla
Filing Deadline: Thu 9/24/2026
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DESCRIPTION

Responsible for occupational therapy patient service delivery, including evaluation and treatment of routine and complex patients, complete required documentation and communicates patient information across the continuum of care. Participates in training and program development and represents the department to the medical and general community. The position will be primarily be acute care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy approved by the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association, eligibility for registration by the National Registry of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
  • Occupational Therapist (OT) - issued by the state of California.
  • BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • At least one (1)years of relevant experience.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
  • May flex and float between sites as needed..
Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $110,372 - $145,596 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $52.86 - $69.73

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

About University of California San Diego

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is a public research university in San Diego, California. Established in 1960 near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is the seventh-oldest of the 10 University of California campuses and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling approximately 38,325 students. UC San Diego is organized into six undergraduate residential colleges (Revelle, John Muir, Thurgood Marshall, Earl Warren, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sixth College) and five academic divisions (Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Jacobs School of Engineering, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences). The university operates 19 organized research units (ORUs), including the Center for Energy Research, Qualcomm Institute (a branch of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology), and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.
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