Occupational Therapy Assistant- Palm Desert, CA

Occupational Therapy Assistant

FOX Rehabilitation is growing in Palm Desert, CA, and we're looking for motivated, licensed Occupational Therapy Assistants who want to make a hands-on difference in the lives of older adults. Working closely with a supervising Occupational Therapist, you'll carry out individualized treatment plans, guide patients through exercises and functional activities, and help them rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence, all through FOX's signature Geriatric House Calls model, delivered where patients live.

This opportunity is ideal for OTAs who thrive on real, one-on-one time with patients, want to see the direct impact of their work every single day, and are looking to grow their clinical career within a supportive, team-based environment.

As part of an interdisciplinary care team, you'll work alongside PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists, with built-in mentorship from your supervising OT and a clear runway to grow your skills, your caseload, and your career.

If you're ready to bring energy, compassion, and hands-on care to the communities you serve, FOX is the right fit for you!

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized treatment plans established by your supervising Occupational Therapist, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress
• Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, observing and tracking their progress
• Document visits accurately and on time within FOX's EMR system, in line with FOX's Clinical Documentation standards
• Stay connected with patients, POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed

Why Join FOX Rehabilitation?

FOX Rehabilitation is a clinician-operated practice rooted in meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, and a mission to abolish ageism. As an OTA, you won't just be supporting the plan of care, you'll be the one in the room, building trust with patients and delivering the moments of progress that keep them independent. You'll be backed by leaders who understand clinical work because they've lived it.

Why OTAs love working with FOX:

• Meaningful, one-on-one time with patients in their homes and senior living communities
• A true partnership with your supervising OT, collaborative care planning, not just task lists
• Built-in mentorship and a clear path to grow your clinical skills and career
• The ability to build your own schedule and create lasting patient relationships
• A collaborative, interdisciplinary team (PT, OT, SLP, Fitness Specialists)
• A community-based practice focused on independence, wellness, and longevity
• A culture that recognizes the OTA role as essential, not secondary to great outcomes

Employment Types Available

FOX offers multiple pathways to match your lifestyle and career goals:

• Full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant In-Home & Senior Living Care (with benefits)
• Part-time Occupational Therapy Assistant In-Home & Senior Living Care (with benefits eligibility based on minimum hours requirement)
• PRN/FOX Flex Occupational Therapy Assistant Home & Community Visits

Compensation & Benefits

FOX offers competitive compensation based on experience and employment type. Benefits for eligible roles include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing education access
• Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
• Access to advanced technology and tools
• Supportive, clinician-driven culture

In addition to base compensation, OTAs have access to multiple earning opportunities, including:

• Employee referral bonuses
• Wellness referral incentives
• Additional pay for increased efficiency

Qualifications

• Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current CPR certification
• Basic computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements

FOX OTAs must be able to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including:

• Exerting medium physical effort: lifting 2550 lbs occasionally, 1025 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly
• Performing CPR
• Providing moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility, including repositioning a bed-bound patient alone
• Standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and extensive walking
• Performing repetitive movements of the upper extremities
• Driving to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls model
• Wearing PPE when required

Apply Today

Join FOX Rehabilitation as an Occupational Therapy Assistant providing hands-on, in-home, and senior living care to older adults across LOCATION, STATE, and surrounding communities. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with your supervising clinician, build real relationships with patients, and help people stay strong, stay independent, and live stronger, longer lives.

FOX Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

In California, the standard base pay range for this role is $24.04 - $38.46 an hour with an opportunity to earn more.