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Shalaka Pollakulath

Occupational Therapist

occupational therapist Santa Cruz, CA Sutter Health

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Overview

Level

Staff

Function

Healthcare

Tenure

8 years at Sutter Health

Gender

Female

Connections

Position in HealthTal Database

35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Shalaka Pollakulath is one of them.
3,059 occupational therapists are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
2,838 contacts at Sutter Health are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical occupational therapist compensation in CA: $86,000 – $144,000 (median $111,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of occupational therapists in CA: Kaiser Permanente (104), Los Angeles Unified School District (45), Sutter Health (44).
2% of occupational therapists in CA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
82% of occupational therapists in CA have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Education

University of Southern California

Master's degree

2016

Maharashtra University of Health Sciences

Undergraduate

About Sutter Health

Industry

Consumer Services

Employees

5000+

Revenue

$1B+

Website

rehabcare.com

Office Location

399 Taylor Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA

Professional Overview

Shalaka Pollakulath is a Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Sutter Health, based in Santa Cruz, CA. As a occupational therapist, Pollakulath contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Santa Cruz, CA. They have been with Sutter Health for 8 years. Pollakulath holds academic credentials, including Master's degree and Undergraduate, from University of Southern California and Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. Sutter Health operates in the Consumer Services sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit occupational therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to occupational therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Santa Cruz, CA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting occupational therapist

Occupational therapists serve pediatric, acute care, and rehabilitation settings. Demand far outpaces supply in many markets. Direct email outreach to licensed OTs is the fastest path to qualified candidates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Shalaka Pollakulath located?

Shalaka Pollakulath is based in Santa Cruz, CA. They are currently affiliated with Sutter Health.

What is Shalaka Pollakulath's specialty?

Shalaka Pollakulath specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Occupational Therapist.

Where does Shalaka Pollakulath currently work?

Shalaka Pollakulath currently works at Sutter Health. They have been there for 8 years.

What is Shalaka Pollakulath's educational background?

Shalaka Pollakulath attended University of Southern California and Maharashtra University of Health Sciences.

How do I contact Shalaka Pollakulath for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a occupational therapist?

Recruiting occupational therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for occupational therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a occupational therapist in CA?

occupational therapists in CA typically earn $86,000 to $144,000 annually, with a median of $111,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.