Geriatric Occupational Therapist — Growth and Support

The Ridge Post-Acute; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Life Insurance

AD&D

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Ridge Post-Acute, a 54-bed skilled nursing facility in east San Jose, seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT/OTR) to join our compassionate team. You will assess, treat, and educate geriatric patients, collaborating with a multidisciplinary staff to restore independence and quality of life.

California OT license and BLS are required. New graduates are welcome. We offer a supportive, growth‑oriented environment with comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• California OT license required.
• BLS certification required.
• Graduate of an AOTA‑accredited OT program.
• Interest in working with geriatric population.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of nursing processes and SNF standards of care.
• New graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify patients' strengths, limitations, and goals.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on the patient's needs and goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Educate patients and their families on adaptive techniques and strategies for independent living.
• Document patients' progress and update treatment plans as needed.
• Stay current with advances in occupational therapy by attending professional development opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Electronic Health Records

Education

AOTA-accredited OT program

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) software

Job description

The Ridge Post-Acute, a 54-bed skilled nursing facility in east San Jose, seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT/OTR) to join our compassionate team. You will assess, treat, and educate geriatric patients, collaborating with a multidisciplinary staff to restore independence and quality of life.

California OT license and BLS are required. New graduates are welcome. We offer a supportive, growth‑oriented environment with comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.