Geriatric Occupational Therapist - PACE Care Team

Ahschc; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Commuter benefits

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

Asian Health Services, through the SpringLight Health PACE program in Oakland, seeks a skilled Occupational Therapist to evaluate and enhance daily living activities for frail seniors. You will join the PACE Interdisciplinary Team to plan and implement therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs.

Responsibilities include OT assessments for new and existing participants, education for families and staff, and documentation in the PACE EHR in line with federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (required).
• Current California Physical Therapist license if applicable (PT license) – notes present for OT; ensure licensure status is as per PACE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments for new PACE participants and reassessments for existing participants as part of the IDT care planning process.
• Develop and implement OT care plans in collaboration with the IDT, addressing medical, physical, social, and emotional needs.
• Provide OT education to participants, caregivers, and PACE staff to maximize function and daily activities.

Job description

Asian Health Services, through the SpringLight Health PACE program in Oakland, seeks a skilled Occupational Therapist to evaluate and enhance daily living activities for frail seniors. You will join the PACE Interdisciplinary Team to plan and implement therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs.

Responsibilities include OT assessments for new and existing participants, education for families and staff, and documentation in the PACE EHR in line with federal regulations.