Hand Therapist

UCSF Health; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health in Oakland, CA is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist II with California licensure to provide comprehensive therapy services for adult and geriatric patients. The role includes evaluations, goal setting, and development of intervention programs within a dynamic hospital environment.

The incumbent may supervise support personnel and will engage in departmental programs, education, and staff development while maintaining patient records and ensuring high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Occupational Therapist in California or eligible.
• Minimum 12 months of experience as a licensed therapist.
• Proficient English communication, both spoken and written.
• CPR certification.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal, time management, problem solving, and self-initiation abilities.
• Flexibility to work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
• Preferred: Graduate degree in Occupational Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care for adults and geriatrics.
• Perform evaluations using physical, cognitive, and perceptual tests.
• Establish goals and develop intervention plans.
• Implement therapy plans with OT techniques.
• Maintain patient records and supervise OT aides and students.
• Participate in performance improvement, education, and staff development.

Skills

English communication

Time management

Problem solving

Self-initiation

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

OT graduate degree

Job description

Job Description

Hand therapist with California advanced practice licenses in hand therapy and physical agent modalities is required; Certified Hand Therapist is preferred.

Position Overview

The Staff Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist II, reports to the Clinical Supervisor, Occupational Therapy and provides both direct and indirect patient care services. The O.T. II works primarily with adult and geriatric patients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, though pediatric and adolescent patients may also be treated. Under general direction and upon receipt of written referrals, the Staff Therapist O.T. II plans and administers a full range of occupational therapy services for patients with physical and cognitive impairments and disabilities. Services include patient evaluations using various physical, cognitive and visual/perceptual tests and measurements, establishment of therapeutic intervention goals and development of therapeutic intervention programs, and implementation of therapeutic intervention plans utilizing occupational therapy techniques. The Staff Occupational Therapist maintains all applicable patient records related to patient care services. While performing job duties, the Staff O.T. may also supervise support personnel including Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Rehabilitation Aides, O.T. and O.T.A. students. The Staff O.T. actively participates in departmental and organizational programs, including performance improvement activities, clinical education programs, and inservices and staff development activities.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Pull 0-20 lbs while seated.
• Pull 21-30 lbs while standing.
• Pull 31-60 lbs while walking.
• Pull over 60 lbs while squatting.
• Bending, arm fine & gross manipulation and other movements.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand/arm use and power grasp.
• Ability to reach overhead, shoulder height, or below shoulder height.
• Exposure to loud noise, background noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, or other environmental hazards.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and operating motor vehicles as required with weights up to 60 lbs above waist or below waist.
• Use of protective equipment and compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months experience as a licensed therapist.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to recognize signs of distress.
• Possession of or proven eligibility for CPR certification.
• Basic computer skills in word processing and online communication.
• Good interpersonal, time management, problem solving, and self‑initiation skills.
• Flexibility to work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior occupational therapy experience in an academic medical center environment.
• Prior experience working on an interdisciplinary health provider team.
• Graduate degree or certificate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited professional educational program.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the Occupational Therapy Board of California (or proven eligibility).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range depends on experience and internal equity. For positions under a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the collective bargaining agreement. For additional information about benefits and total compensation, please visit https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html