Occupational Therapist

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - FULL TIME - DESERT MOUNTAIN HEALTHCARE - INDIO, CA

This job was posted and verified on 07/2/2026

Desert Mountain Healthcare in Indio, CA, is seeking a Full Time Occupational Therapist to join our in-house therapy team. As a member of our team, you can expect excellent leadership, facility level decision making, competitive compensation and most of all, a fun work environment where you are appreciated and supported to do your best work.

Full Time : Flexible schedule with work-life balance
Pay: $53 - $65/hour based on experience

Contact Razan Malkawi at View email address on click.appcast.io, or text View phone number on click.appcast.io for more information or to apply.

Why Join Us?
Job Stability: Be part of a growing organization that values your role.
Dynamic Team Environment: Collaborate with a high-energy team committed to excellence.
Mentorship Opportunities: Gain invaluable clinical mentorship and job shadowing experiences.
Program Development: Get involved in clinical and program development initiatives.
Leadership Development: Access initiatives to help you grow as a leader.
Safety Focus: Strong emphasis on infection control to ensure a safe environment for both staff and residents.

Browse our website at and find out why we are truly different in dignifying long-term and post-acute care.

Core Values (CAPLICO):
C ustomer Second, A ccountability, P assion for Learning, L ove One Another, I ntelligent Risk Taking, C elebration, O wnership

Qualifications
Licensed Occupational Therapist
Open to applicants of all experience levels

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively screens/evaluates patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders and develops appropriate plan of care following all regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Provides rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Administers various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan including but not limited to: ADL retraining; therapeutic activities; therapeutic exercises; modalities; use of supportive and assistive devices; etc.
• Assesses patient's progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services are modified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relation to outcomes.
• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the physical disorders.
• Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k w/ Match
• Paid Time Off
• Live Unlimited CEU Opportunities
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Employee discounts on gym memberships, entertainment events, hotels, movies, theme parks, cell phones, and much more!

For benefit details check us out here
Eligibility for some benefits dependent on full time employment status.

Join us in positively impacting the lives of our patients while thriving in an environment that values your expertise and passion. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, reach out today!

Disclaimer: Pay rates are competitive and determined by various factors. Please note that any rates labeled as "estimated" are provided by third-party job boards and may not accurately reflect the actual pay rates.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.