Impactful Occupational Therapist | Adaptive Care & Rehab

Monterey Palms Healthcare Center; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Monterey Palms Healthcare Center in California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat residents with physical, developmental, or cognitive disabilities to improve daily living skills and functional independence. You will develop individualized plans, educate patients and families, document progress, and coordinate with the care team to ensure compliant, person-centered therapy.

Applicants should have a relevant OT degree and licensure; one year of clinical experience is

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master, or Doctor of OT degree required.
• Current OT license (where state law requires it).
• One year of clinical OT experience preferred.
• State-approved certification for advanced level treatments where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate residents/patients and develop a plan of care.
• Instruct residents, families and caregivers in use of adaptive equipment.
• Maintain patient records accurately and timely.
• Provide adaptive tools and treatments for patients’ needs.
• Complete required forms per company policy and regulations.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Plan of care

Patient education

Documentation

Adaptive equipment

Education

Bachelor of Science in OT

Master of Science in OT

Doctor of OT

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Rehab equipment

Job description

Monterey Palms Healthcare Center in California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat residents with physical, developmental, or cognitive disabilities to improve daily living skills and functional independence. You will develop individualized plans, educate patients and families, document progress, and coordinate with the care team to ensure compliant, person-centered therapy.

Applicants should have a relevant OT degree and licensure; one year of clinical experience is