Geriatric Occupational Therapist for PACE Teams

BoldAge PACE; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

401K with Match*

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

BoldAge PACE in the United States seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team. You will assess participants, plan treatment, and deliver OT services across the PACE program, home, and clinic settings.

You will mentor COTAs, coordinate with caregivers, and contribute to care planning, quality improvement, and IDT meetings, while maintaining licensure and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school of OT.
• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy in the state.
• Two (2) years of experience on an interdisciplinary team in hospital, nursing home or community setting preferred.
• 1 year experience with frail/elderly population preferred; training provided if not present.
• Competency position-specific competencies for OT before participant care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and periodic in-person assessments to evaluate participants' functional abilities, home environment, and rehabilitation needs.
• Recommend and coordinate adaptive equipment, home modifications, and therapy services to promote safety and independence.
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized treatment plans based on participant progress and IDT collaboration.
• Deliver OT interventions across settings including the PACE center, clinic, participants' homes, and contracted facilities.
• Educate participants and caregivers on equipment use, home safety strategies, and ADL programs.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation of assessments, treatment, and participant progress per regulatory and organizational standards.
• Actively participate in daily IDT meetings, contributing to comprehensive care planning and 24-hour care coordination.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), including review of care plans, co-signing documentation, and providing ongoing mentorship.
• Train staff in safe OT practices and equipment use to enhance participant care.
• Performs integrated IDT functions encompassing the OT role and Home Care Coordinator role, ensuring cohesive planning and oversight.
• Support quality improvement, utilization review, and compliance initiatives.
• Maintain current licensure, certifications, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Assessment skills

Patient education

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

State OT License

Tools

Clinical documentation systems

Job description

BoldAge PACE in the United States seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team. You will assess participants, plan treatment, and deliver OT services across the PACE program, home, and clinic settings.

You will mentor COTAs, coordinate with caregivers, and contribute to care planning, quality improvement, and IDT meetings, while maintaining licensure and ongoing professional development.