Director of Occupational Therapy (Full-Time) Direct Hire - King City, California

Director of Occupational Therapy (Full-Time)

• Direct Hire
• King City, California NavitasPartners
• 4.0 Salinas, CA Job Details Full-time $119,000
• $158,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Physical rehabilitation occupational therapy Occupational Therapy License Full Job Description Director of Occupational Therapy (Full-Time)
• Direct Hire Location King City, California Schedule Full-Time Day Shift Compensation $119,000
• $158,000 annually Position Overview A leading healthcare organization in King City, California is seeking an experienced Director of Occupational Therapy to provide clinical leadership and operational oversight for the Occupational Therapy department.

This role combines direct patient care with administrative leadership responsibilities to ensure high-quality, compliant, and patient-centered rehabilitation services across inpatient and outpatient settings. The Director will supervise Occupational Therapists, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), and rehabilitation support staff while maintaining active clinical involvement in patient care. Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership & Patient Care Provide clinical oversight and direction for the Occupational Therapy department Evaluate and treat patients while maintaining an active clinical caseload Ensure delivery of high-quality occupational therapy services across inpatient and outpatient settings Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and discharge planning strategies Promote evidence-based practice and patient-centered care standards Administrative & Program Oversight Supervise and support Occupational Therapists, COTAs, and rehabilitation support staff Coordinate staff training, clinical education, and competency development programs Oversee departmental policies, procedures, workflow, and documentation standards Support departmental growth initiatives and rehabilitation program development Participate in operational planning, budgeting support, and performance management activities Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with state practice regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation standards Monitor quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives Support audits, regulatory readiness activities, and accreditation processes Promote patient safety and adherence to rehabilitation best practices Staff Development & Collaboration Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance feedback to therapy staff Encourage continuing education and professional development opportunities Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, case management, and interdisciplinary care teams Foster a collaborative, patient-focused, and team-oriented work environment Required Qualifications Education & Licensure Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program required Current California Occupational Therapy license required Must meet all applicable state licensure and regulatory requirements Professional association membership preferred Experience Minimum 3 years of Occupational Therapy experience required Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred Experience in inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings preferred Preferred Skills Strong leadership and team management abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Knowledge of rehabilitation regulations and compliance standards Ability to manage clinical operations while maintaining patient care responsibilities Strong organizational and problem-solving skills Benefits Competitive compensation package Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off and holiday pay Retirement savings plan Continuing education and professional development support Collaborative and supportive healthcare environment For more details contact at or Call / Text at 516-862-1169. About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.