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Healthcare Jobs at Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Occupational Therapist – Home Health
  • San Luis Obispo, California – 93401
  • 8 D,
  • November 3, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$2,290 to $2,359
Weekly Pay*
This Home Health Occupational Therapist opportunity is based in the South County area of San Luis Obispo County, California, serving vibrant coastal and semi-rural communities such as Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach, Nipomo and surrounding areas. The region offers a rare blend of relaxed beach-town living, sunny Mediterranean-style weather, and easy access to both the Pacific Ocean and rolling wine country. Located roughly halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, this area combines small-town friendliness with convenient access to larger-city amenities. South County San Luis Obispo is known for its exceptional quality of life. Residents enjoy miles of sandy beaches, scenic coastal bluffs, dunes, hiking and biking trails, and nearby state parks. Charming downtown districts feature locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques, as well as regular farmers markets with fresh, locally grown produce. Weekend options range from exploring wineries and tasting rooms in nearby wine regions, to attending community events, art walks, and outdoor concerts almost year-round thanks to mild, sunny weather. The pace of life is relaxed and community-oriented, making it an appealing place for clinicians who value balance between meaningful work and an active, outdoor lifestyle. In this role, you will provide one-on-one, patient-centered occupational therapy in the comfort of patients’ homes across the South County service area. You will work with a broad adult and geriatric caseload including individuals recovering from surgery or hospitalization, those managing chronic conditions, patients at high risk of falls, and individuals needing support to safely age in place. Your focus will be on maximizing independence with activities of daily living, improving functional mobility, ensuring home safety, and empowering patients and caregivers through education and training. A typical day includes traveling between patient homes within a geographically clustered route, performing initial and follow-up assessments, developing and progressing individualized plans of care, and collaborating with a supportive interdisciplinary team. You will conduct home safety assessments, recommend and train in the use of adaptive equipment, provide activity modification and energy conservation strategies, and design task-specific interventions tailored to each patient’s environment and goals. Visit frequency and caseload are structured to allow for thorough, high-quality care and timely documentation, rather than rushed encounters. You will work closely with home health nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, medical social workers, and home health aides to coordinate comprehensive, goal-directed care. Regular case conferences and team communication are integral to the culture, so you will have ongoing support from clinical leadership and peers as you plan and adjust patient care. This collaborative environment makes it easier to manage complex cases while ensuring patients receive well-coordinated services. The position typically involves day-shift hours with some flexibility to accommodate patient needs and your preferred scheduling patterns within agency guidelines. Patient volume per day is planned to balance productivity with the time needed for high-quality, individualized visits and same-day documentation. Most patients are seen in single-family homes, apartments, or senior living communities, and travel is focused within the South County region to maintain reasonable drive times. This home health role is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist who wants to build or expand skills in community-based rehabilitation while enjoying an exceptional coastal lifestyle. You will develop strong assessment and problem-solving skills as you work in real-world environments, and you will see the direct, meaningful impact of your interventions on patients’ ability to remain safely in their homes.
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Licensed Social Worker – Home Health
  • Monterey, California – 93940
    Distance from San Luis Obispo: 114 miles
  • 8 D,
  • October 20, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$2,219 to $2,287
Weekly Pay*
Travel Home Health and Hospice Medical Social Worker jobs in Monterey, CA let you support patients and families in their homes. You assess social and emotional factors related to illness, help with care planning, and connect clients to community resources. You collaborate with the healthcare team to address functional capacity and coping challenges. An MSW degree and California licensure are required. Experience in home health or hospice is recommended, along with strong communication and organizational skills. Monterey, CA offers beautiful coastal scenery, outdoor recreation, and a vibrant arts community. With AMN Healthcare, you receive excellent compensation, discounts and perks, support from dedicated recruiters and clinical teams, and access to the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career assistance. AMN Healthcare is publicly traded, ensuring high ethical standards. Apply now to join this Travel Home Health and Hospice Medical Social Worker assignment in Monterey, CA.

About Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo, CA

Healthcare providers and healthcare professionals weighing Home Health Agency roles in San Luis Obispo, California look at why the setting appeals, which facilities stand out, and which professions and specialties get hired.

Why Healthcare Providers or Healthcare Professionals Seek Home Health Agency Jobs

Home Health Agency roles attract healthcare providers who prefer longitudinal, one-on-one care in patient homes, where varied acuity and functional-focused treatment support clinical decision making and professional autonomy. Providers value predictable daytime schedules for many roles, frequent interdisciplinary coordination, and opportunities to develop rehabilitation, chronic-disease management, and discharge-planning skills.

Notable Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo

Central Coast Home Health, located on Granada Drive in San Luis Obispo, suits occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech and language pathologists who focus on home-based rehabilitation and community-based follow up. Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care of Santa Barbara-Santa Ynez, based in Solvang and serving the Santa Ynez Valley, suits therapists and nurses with hospice, palliative, and home-care experience.

Professions and Specialties Commonly Hired at Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo

Home health employers commonly hire occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech and language pathologists, registered nurses, and hospice-trained nurses, reflecting the emphasis on rehabilitation, wound and symptom management, and functional independence. These healthcare professionals are drawn by caseloads that emphasize home safety, adaptive equipment, caregiver training, and interdisciplinary care planning.

Pay Ranges for Healthcare Professionals at Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo

Typical pay for Home Health Agency roles in San Luis Obispo varies by profession, based on jobs from the last two years. For Allied, typical pay ranges from $2,186 to $2,457 per week, averaging $2,339. These pay ranges reflect jobs across 8 Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo.

Home Health Agency Job Statistics Across San Luis Obispo, CA

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What is it Like to Work in a Home Health Agency in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The work at Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo is shaped by the specialties they hire, the patient mix and pace, and what the experience builds over a career.

In-demand specialties at Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo

Allied roles center on Home Health Physical Therapist, Home Health Occupational Therapist, and Home Health Speech Therapist positions. In San Luis Obispo, California, these roles emphasize autonomous, in-home rehabilitation and functional assessment across coastal, suburban, and nearby rural communities, requiring strong documentation skills and independent clinical decision making.

Patient mix, acuity and pace

Patient mix in local home health agencies leans toward post-acute rehabilitation, functional decline in older adults, and chronic-condition management that requires serial therapy visits. Case acuity ranges from routine restorative therapy to complex functional needs that demand adaptive equipment and caregiver training, and healthcare providers coordinate tightly with visiting nurses and home health teams to manage transitions and prevent readmissions.

What the experience builds

Time in San Luis Obispo home health roles builds hands-on assessment skills for mobility, activities of daily living, and home-safety adaptation for physical and occupational therapists, while speech therapists build dysphagia management and communication-strategy expertise in decentralized settings. Experience also strengthens independent care planning, interdisciplinary coordination, and telehealth-enabled follow-up capabilities for healthcare providers working across dispersed neighborhoods. Roles in these settings typically expect current state licensure and standard life-support certification for the profession, and the local market connects home-based practice with community hospitals and regional referral networks.

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Similar Cities to San Luis Obispo, CA for Home Health Agency Jobs

Opportunities, Lifestyle, and Pay Comparisons

Among these cities, Monterey has the lowest average weekly pay at $2,378 and Redwood City, CA has the highest at $2,530 based on averaged salary data over the last two years. Petaluma, CA appears in the comparison with an average weekly pay of $2,500, and the three cities share coastal or near-coastal settings that appeal to healthcare professionals. They offer multiple facility settings for healthcare professionals weighing location and pay.

City Avg Pay/week Facilities Open Roles Closed Roles Related Professions Accreditations Most Common Duration
Petaluma, CA $2,488 4 1 16 Allied and Nursing ACHC 13 weeks
Monterey, CA $2,360 9 1 6 Allied ACHC, CHAP, and TJC 13 weeks
Redwood City, CA $2,596 3 0 6 Allied – 13 weeks

Living And Working In San Luis Obispo, CA near a Home Health Agency

For a healthcare provider or healthcare professional on a temporary assignment, San Luis Obispo, California offers a distinct cost of living, neighborhoods, climate, and local highlights to weigh.

Cost of Living and Quick Facts About San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo has a cost of living above the national average, with housing and coastal location driving most of the difference. The city has a population of about 47,000 and a median household income near $65,000. The local economy centers on higher education, tourism, healthcare, and wine production, and healthcare providers find demand across outpatient and home-based services.

Neighborhoods Near Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo

Central Coast Home Health sits on Granada Drive, placing healthcare providers near Downtown San Luis Obispo and the Bishop Peak foothills. Downtown San Luis Obispo offers walkable access to restaurants, short-term housing options, and public transit, which works well for short assignments. The Bishop Peak neighborhood provides quieter residential streets and trail access for outdoor activity after shifts. The Broad Street and Madonna Road corridors provide convenient grocery, pharmacy, and highway connections for providers who prefer quick commuting.

Seasonal Climate

San Luis Obispo has a Mediterranean climate with mild, dry summers and cool, wet winters. Summers generally present daytime temperatures in the 60s and 70s Fahrenheit with coastal breezes, so healthcare professionals pack layers and a light jacket. Winters bring more rain and cooler nights, so a rain jacket and waterproof shoes are practical for home visits and outdoor breaks.

Local Highlights

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa offers a dose of local history and architecture for free time. The Thursday night farmers market on Higuera Street provides fresh food and a lively downtown atmosphere. Bishop Peak and nearby coastal beaches such as Avila and Pismo provide outdoor recreation within a short drive. The Edna Valley wine region supplies accessible tasting rooms and relaxed weekend options for visiting healthcare providers.

Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo, CA

Explore 8 home health agencies in San Luis Obispo, CA and find healthcare jobs in the area.
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Central Coast Home Health
Central Coast Home Health is a home health agency at 253 Granada Dr, Suite D in San Luis Obispo, CA. It operates a Home Health department and lists allied professionals among its clinical staff. As a home health agency, this type of provider typically delivers in-home skilled nursing, therapy, and supportive care with allied clinicians providing direct patient services and coordination.
253 Granada Dr, Suite D, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Departments
Home Health
Shifts: 8 D
Durations: 13 wks
Amedisys Home Health
For-Profit
Amedisys Home Health is a home health agency at 4051 Broad St Ste 126 in San Luis Obispo, CA; established in 2010 and operated as a for-profit organization. Services include Medical Social Services, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy and a Home Health Aide Training Program, with allied and nursing staff on site. The organization has a workforce equivalent to approximately 6 full-time positions.
4051 Broad St Ste 126, San Luis Obispo, CA
Established 2010
SERVICES
Medical Social Services
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Speech Therapy
Guardian Angel Home Care Of San Luis Obispo, Llc
CHAP
For-Profit
Guardian Angel Home Care Of San Luis Obispo, Llc is a home health agency located at 1428 Phillips Lane, Suite #b-2 in San Luis Obispo, CA, established in 2016 and operated as a for-profit organization accredited by CHAP. The agency provides home-based nursing and rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. As a home health agency employing nursing and allied health professionals, it delivers skilled clinical care and therapy in patients’ residences.
1428 Phillips Lane, Suite #b-2, San Luis Obispo, CA
Established 2016
SERVICES
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Speech Therapy
Maxim Healthcare Services Inc
ACHC
For-Profit
Maxim Healthcare Services Inc is a home health agency at 735 Tank Farm Road, Suite #290 in San Luis Obispo, CA, established in 2009 and operated as a for-profit organization. Accredited by ACHC, the agency provides home-based nursing, home health aide services and operates a Home Health Aide Training Program, and employs allied health and nursing professionals. The organization maintains a workforce equivalent to approximately 24 full-time positions.
735 Tank Farm Road, Suite #290, San Luis Obispo, CA
Established 2009
SERVICES
Home Health Aide
Nursing
Home Health Aide Training Program
Centerwell Home Health
For-Profit
Centerwell Home Health is a home health agency at 805 Aerovista Place in San Luis Obispo, CA, established in 1978 and operated as a for-profit organization. Services include laboratory, home health aide, medical social services, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech therapy, and the clinical staff mix includes allied health and nursing professionals.
805 Aerovista Place, San Luis Obispo, CA
Established 1978
SERVICES
Laboratory
Home Health Aide
Medical Social Services
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Wilshire Home Health
CHAP
Non-Profit
Wilshire Home Health is a home health agency at 277 South St Ste W in San Luis Obispo, CA, founded in 1997, operated as a non-profit and accredited by CHAP. Services include skilled nursing, medical social services, nutritional guidance, home health aide services and a home health aide training program, plus occupational, physical and speech therapy; the facility’s clinical workforce comprises allied health and nursing professionals and totals roughly 33 full-time-equivalent positions.
277 South St Ste W, San Luis Obispo, CA
Established 1997
SERVICES
Home Health Aide
Medical Social Services
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Alliance Home Health
For-Profit
Alliance Home Health is a home health agency at 225 Prado Road Suite C in San Luis Obispo, CA, established in 1996 and operated as a for-profit organization. Clinical offerings include nursing, home health aide services and training, medical social services, pharmacy support, and nutritional guidance, with rehabilitation services covering occupational, physical and speech therapy. The organization employs allied and nursing professionals and maintains a workforce equivalent to approximately 3 full-time positions.
225 Prado Road Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA
Established 1996
SERVICES
Pharmacy
Home Health Aide
Medical Social Services
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Aevum Home Health
ACHC
For-Profit
Aevum Home Health is a home health agency located at 1302 Marsh Street in San Luis Obispo, CA, established in 2022 and operated as a for-profit organization accredited by ACHC. Services include nursing, home health aide care and training, medical social services, and rehabilitative therapies including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Clinical staff categories listed for the agency include allied health and nursing, and the organization maintains a workforce equivalent to approximately 3 full-time positions.
1302 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Established 2022
SERVICES
Home Health Aide
Medical Social Services
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions About Home Health Agency Jobs in San Luis Obispo

How many Home Health Agencies are in San Luis Obispo?

San Luis Obispo, California has 8 Home Health Agencies.

What is the pay range for Home Health Agency jobs in San Luis Obispo?

Typical pay varies by profession: Allied: typically $2,186 to $2,457 per week, averaging $2,339.

What specialties are hired at Home Health Agencies in San Luis Obispo?

Specialties vary by profession: Allied: Home Health Physical Therapist, Home Health Occupational Therapist.

What shift lengths are typical for Home Health Agency jobs in San Luis Obispo?

Typical shift lengths vary by profession: Allied: 8-hour shifts.

What contract durations are available for Home Health Agency jobs in San Luis Obispo?

Typical contract durations vary by profession: Allied: 13 weeks.

What experience is required?

Most Home Health Agency roles require one to three years of relevant home health experience and state licensure appropriate to the role, such as physical therapist, occupational therapist, or speech-language pathologist licensure. Basic life support certification and a current driver’s license are commonly required, and agencies expect proficiency in home-based assessment, documentation, and patient education for healthcare professionals.

What types of professions do these Home Health Agencies hire in San Luis Obispo?

These Home Health Agencies hire allied health professionals in San Luis Obispo, California.