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OT Needed for Hospital-Based Acute Inpatient Position in California

CompHealthPalo Alto, CATherapy
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Agency
CompHealth
Location
Palo Alto, CA
Job type
Therapy
Profession
Occupational Therapist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 25, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$31.29
Weekly
$1,252
Yearly (full-time)
$65,083
Contract length
13 weeks

This job pays about $31.29/hour — 48% below the median for Occupational Therapist jobs in California ($59.86/hour).

Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Occupational Therapist jobs in California right now

  • 142 open Occupational Therapist jobs in California from 7 agencies, 2 of them in Palo Alto.
  • Pay in these listings: $31.29 – $121/hour, median $52.44/hour.
  • Typical Occupational Therapist pay in California: $59.86/hour ($124,509/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($67.16/hour across 31 jobs).

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Job description

Occupational Therapist needed for an inpatient acute care hospital position that opens 4/21. Our hospital-based client is seeking a provider who has acute hospital experience for a 13 week assignment. Client prefers strong acute inpatient experience. Schedule will be Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm, possibly including a weekend shift. Epic experience is a plus. If you're interested in this position one of our recruiters can work with you to obtain the appropriate state license.
  • April Start Date
  • Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm, may be asked to cover a weekend shift
  • 13-week assignment
  • Strong acute inpatient experience required
  • We provide complimentary housing and travel
  • We arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpractice
  • We simplify the credentialing and privileging process
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K) plan
  • Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7

2257.00 to 3100.00 - weekly
Per week (based on a 40-hour week). Includes estimated taxable wages of $21.23 - $41.35 per hour and estimated tax-free reimbursements for meals, incidentals, and housing of $900 - $1,400 per week based on GSA guidelines (subject to eligibility, location, and seasonal adjustment).

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