Director of Occupational Therapy
Location: King City, CA
Start Date: 02-09-2026
End Date: 02-16-2026
Contract Type: Perm
Shift Type: Days, Full Time
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide clinical oversight of the Occupational Therapy department, ensuring high-quality patient care
- Coordinate and lead clinical education and competency processes for OT staff
- Directly supervise certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and Rehabilitation Technicians
- Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to professional standards and facility policies
- Maintain and oversee the Occupational Therapy policy and procedure manual, including scope of care and documentation standards
- Evaluate and treat patients (approximately 80% of the role), delivering hands-on, impactful clinical care
- Lead discharge planning and ensure clear, thorough documentation for continuity of care
- Support program development and perform administrative tasks as assigned to advance department goals
Qualifications
- Graduate of a school of Occupational Therapy approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) - required
- Current California license from the Board of Medical Quality Assurance - required
- Possess any additional qualifications recommended by the California Therapy Board and the Rehabilitation Services Department - required
- Membership in the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) - preferred
- Ability to function in accordance with the State Practice Act and lead both clinical and administrative efforts
Education
- Graduate of a school of Occupational Therapy approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
Knowledge & Skills
- Occupational Therapy clinical evaluation and treatment expertise
- Clinical oversight and leadership/management skills
- Regulatory compliance and documentation best practices
- Supervision of COTAs and Rehabilitation Technicians
- Policy and procedure development and implementation
- Clinical education, competency assessment, and staff development
- Discharge planning and interdisciplinary coordination
- Program development and administrative task management
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and seeing clearly
- Paid Time Off to recharge and come back ready to lead
- Retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Life Insurance for peace of mind
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional standing
- Professional development and clinical education support so you can grow
- A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical leadership
- Work-life balance with primarily daytime clinical responsibilities
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Director of Occupational Therapy? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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