Occupational Therapist (OT)

Occupational Therapist (OT) | Weekend PRN | Villa Valencia Healthcare Center | Laguna Hills, CA | $55 to $57/Hour

Make a Real Impact. On Your Schedule. Every Weekend.

Villa Valencia Healthcare Center is hiring a licensed Occupational Therapist on a weekend PRN basis in Laguna Hills, California. If you are a clinician who wants predictable weekend availability, competitive per-diem compensation, and a collaborative rehabilitation environment at one of South Orange County's most respected Skilled Nursing communities, this role was designed for you.

Bring your full evaluation and clinical leadership skills to a 5-Star Medicare rated, 59-bed post-acute and skilled nursing rehabilitation team committed to helping residents regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual's ability to thrive.

Why Weekend PRN Clinicians Choose Villa Valencia Healthcare Center

Compensation

• Hourly pay range: $55.00 to $57.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Competitive weekend PRN Occupational Therapist rates in the Laguna Hills and greater South Orange County market
• Premium per-diem compensation that reflects the full value of your clinical autonomy, evaluation authority, and occupational therapy scope of practice

Schedule and Flexibility

• Weekend-only PRN scheduling - Saturday and Sunday coverage
• A predictable, recurring weekend commitment without weekday obligations
• No long-term schedule escalation required

Clinical Environment

• A 5-Star Medicare rated community - the highest quality designation available, reflecting excellence in staffing, clinical outcomes, and health inspections
• A well-supported, recently renovated Skilled Nursing setting with the leadership and resources to help you do your best work
• Full clinical autonomy to evaluate, direct, and manage individualized occupational therapy plans of care
• Oversight of OTAs and support staff in accordance with California state law and professional standards
• A collaborative, mission-driven rehabilitation team that takes pride in resident outcomes
• Meaningful, direct impact on resident function, independence, and quality of life across ADLs, IADLs, cognitive function, and upper extremity rehabilitation
• A desirable Laguna Hills location in the heart of South Orange County, convenient to Irvine, Mission Viejo, and the broader Orange County market

The Role

The Occupational Therapist is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for the evaluation, development, implementation, and oversight of individualized occupational therapy plans of care. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and the Facility Administrator.

Core responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and re-evaluations in accordance with physician orders and California standards of practice
• Developing, implementing, and modifying individualized plans of care with measurable, function-based goals
• Delivering skilled therapeutic interventions addressing ADLs, IADLs, neuromuscular re-education, upper extremity rehabilitation, cognitive retraining, sensory integration, visual-perceptual skills, and adaptive strategies
• Assessing and recommending adaptive equipment, assistive devices, splints, orthotics, and environmental modifications to enhance independence and safety
• Fabricating and training patients in the use of splints or adaptive devices as clinically indicated and within scope of practice
• Monitoring patient progress and modifying treatment plans based on clinical response and objective outcomes
• Reviewing patient medical history, conducting patient interviews, and observing functional task performance
• Evaluating patient home or workplace environments and recommending modifications based on health and functional needs
• Leading discharge planning and transition-of-care coordination to promote successful reintegration into home and community environments
• Communicating evaluation findings, progress updates, and discharge outcomes to physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families
• Educating patients, families, employers, and caregivers on how to accommodate and support the patient's functional needs
• Supervising and directing Occupational Therapist Assistants in accordance with California state law and professional regulations
• Providing appropriate oversight to rehabilitation aides, students, and volunteers as assigned
• Completing timely, accurate, and compliant documentation consistent with federal, state, payer, and organizational requirements
• Participating in care conferences, quality assurance initiatives, and collaborative planning as requested
• Maintaining compliance with HIPAA, patient rights, OSHA, infection control, and all applicable California state practice standards
• Treating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalism

Physical requirements include the ability to assist with patient transfers, upper extremity handling and positioning techniques, mobility assistance, repositioning and supporting patients with or without assistive devices, prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and stair navigation. The ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergency situations is also required.

What You Bring

• Current, active, and unrestricted Occupational Therapist license in the State of California - required (pending licensure considered)
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate) - required
• Successful completion of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) - required
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
• Ongoing compliance with continuing education requirements established by the California Occupational Therapy Board
• Experience in a skilled nursing, post-acute, hospital, or related medical setting - strongly preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to exercise sound clinical judgment
• Composure and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environments
• Strong organizational skills and the capacity to make independent clinical decisions
• A team-first mindset and a genuine passion for skilled nursing and post-acute care

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Villa Valencia Healthcare Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or California law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources or your facility Administrator.

Employment with Villa Valencia Healthcare Center is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.

Apply Today

Ready to bring your clinical expertise where it truly matters, every weekend? Submit your application now. Our team reviews candidates promptly and will be in touch to schedule next steps.

Villa Valencia Healthcare Center is located at 25000 Calle De Los Caballeros in Laguna Hills, California, proudly serving the greater South Orange County community.