Description

Occupational Therapist
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,008 per week
Shift Information: Days - 4 days x 10 hours
Contract Duration: 8 Weeks
Start Date: 8/17/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant Profession: Occupational Therapy Assistant Specialty: Occupational Therapy Assistant Duration: 8 weeks Shift: Day Shift Hours per Shift: 10 hours per day Experience: Two years of rehabilitative services experience preferred; two years of occupational therapy experience preferred License: Occupational Therapy Assistant License required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required Must-Have: Recent EPIC experience Description: Provides prescribed occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of licensed occupational therapists. Includes geriatric, orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric, and neonatal rehabilitation as well as splint follow-ups and treatment for other medical conditions. Works under minimal supervision and may mentor and train staff on technical skills. Implements treatment plans and selects modalities to meet established goals. Transports, transfers, and assists patients in and out of wheelchairs, beds, tilt tables, and stretchers while ensuring safety and minimizing discomfort. Assists patients with dressing and toileting needs. Assists with patient scheduling for inpatient and outpatient services as needed. Reports any delays in patient schedules. Assists in the maintenance, care, and cleaning of equipment and supplies. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Commits to the safety and well-being of associates and patients. Requires completion of all required vaccinations as a condition of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Participates in E-Verify for eligibility verification of employment. Follows organizational requirements and documentation standards. Collaborates with transportation for scheduled services as needed. Each staff member is required to work at least one weekend shift per month on rotation. Physical therapy equipment is utilized during treatment sessions. Scrubs: Black.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam