Compassionate Occupational Therapist I, Direct Patient Care

PIH Health Hospital; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 63,369 - 99,876; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health Whittier Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist I to provide direct patient care upon physician referral. This role serves patients across all age groups from infants to older adults, with focus on safe, evidence-based OT interventions.

California OT licensure or eligibility and NBCOT status are required, with no prior experience necessary. The position is based in Whittier, CA, with day shifts and a competitive hourly salary.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform patient care utilizing correct body mechanics.
• Consider age-related needs when delivering care.
• Capable of evaluating and treating patients from infancy to older adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care upon physician referral.
• Assess and treat patients across the lifespan with appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with the care team to address biophysical, psychological, educational and environmental needs.

Skills

Body mechanics

Age-aware care

Multi-age treatment

Education

NBCOT eligible

CA OT license

Job description

PIH Health Whittier Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist I to provide direct patient care upon physician referral. This role serves patients across all age groups from infants to older adults, with focus on safe, evidence-based OT interventions.

California OT licensure or eligibility and NBCOT status are required, with no prior experience necessary. The position is based in Whittier, CA, with day shifts and a competitive hourly salary.