Occupational Therapist (OT)
Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Occupational Therapist (OT) Position Summary
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients and developing treatment plans that promote the ability to perform daily activities and improve functional independence.
Facility Name:Kindred Hospital - San Diego
Job Type: Full Time
Your experience matters
How youll contribute
The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides occupational therapy evaluations modalities and treatments as prescribed by a licensed physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
- Assumes responsibility and accountability as indicated for the care of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants rehabilitation technicians and occupational therapy students. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual as qualified to do so.
- Assesses patients needs; identifies and initiates appropriate occupational therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional occupational therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
- Observes and evaluates treatment affect accomplishment of short- and long-term goals. Recommends change to physician if needed.
- Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
- Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Reports patient progress and barriers to discharge in each patient team conference
- Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate. Performs appropriate documentation.
- Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency of occupational therapy modalities.
- Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial cultural ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
What we offer
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.
- Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
Qualifications and requirements:
- Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state where the hospital is located.
- Effective oral and written communication skills in English with additional languages preferred
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
Rate range: $36.36-$64 Per Hour
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Rehabilitationis an Equal Opportunity Rehabilitationis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
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