Outpatient Occupational Therapist - $85K-115K per year

PT Solutions Physical Therapy is seeking a Outpatient Occupational Therapist for a job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Job Overview & Responsibilities:

As an outpatient Occupational Therapist, you'll work with patients to bring them a sense of normalcy and independence through self-care management and activities of daily living. You are comfortable communicating and educating patients, family members, and caregivers on how to best assist with daily routines. This role gives you the opportunity for interdisciplinary team collaboration to ensure the best and most evidenced based practice for our patients.

 

What You Will Get

In addition to the standard benefit offering, you can expect to receive:  

• Our Elevated Earnings Program allows clinicians to earn bonuses starting at treating nine patients per day, increasing exponentially with every patient they treat.  

• Local and national organization dues and license renewal reimbursement  

• Mentorship and fully covered, in-house continuing education courses  

• Experience working with a diverse patient population in neuro, trauma, ortho, and hand therapy  

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) accrual  

Your Responsibilities as an Occupational Therapist   

• Deliver evidence-based, quality care to each patient empowering them to exceed their functional outcome  

• Establish timely treatment plans for each patient’s specific needs  

• Demonstrate a positive connection with patient, fellow clinicians, and other team members  

• Build and maintain relationships throughout the community  

Location  

 

Tehachapi Clinic Address : 122 S Green St. Suit 2&3, Tehachapi, CA

 

Requirements & Pay Range:

Requirements

• Graduate of an AOTA approved occupational therapy program 

• State Licensure in occupational therapy

• Registered with NBCOT 

• Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association 

Compensation & Bonus Structure  

• Base Salary : $85,000–$115,000/year (based on experience and market factors) 
• Monthly Incentive Bonuses for exceeding daily visit thresholds 
• Sign-On Bonus : Available in select locations!

 

Company Overview:

A Top Workplace

 

At PT Solutions, we’re more than colleagues; we’re a tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you is evident in our industry-leading professional development opportunities. From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training. 

 

PT Solutions has been named a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace for the fifth consecutive year, based entirely on employee feedback. We’ve also earned five Culture Excellence Awards for Innovation, Professional Development, Work-Life Flexibility, Appreciation, and Purpose & Values. This recognition reflects a culture built around supporting our people. It’s not just what we do, but how we make people feel. Through human connection, intentional care, and being all in for one another, we create experiences that make a difference. Because together, we do great better.

 

Let’s go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today!  To see what #PTSLife is like, visit Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply!

PT Solutions Physical Therapy Job ID #2026-17354. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

About PT Solutions Physical Therapy

At PT Solutions, your career is more than just a job — it's a chance to intentionally grow, lead, and make a lasting impact. We're all in on helping you reach your full potential through dedicated mentorship and residency programs, development & leadership opportunities, and a culture that celebrates success. With more than 650 locations across 23 states, we're driven by a shared passion for rehabilitation therapy, blending clinical expertise, innovative science, and best-in-class learning and continuing education to deliver transformative care to patients and communities. As a Top Workplace for five consecutive years, we know that exceptional patient outcomes start with strong human connections. That's why we've built a culture rooted in togetherness, where you'll feel supported, valued, and empowered to do your best work.

Benefits

• Discount program