Inpatient Occupational Therapist — Acute Care Impact

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Student loan refinancing program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. Palmdale Regional Medical Center seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, direct, and administer therapy services per physician orders.

The role includes supervising staff and student interns, and ensuring patient progress in an acute care setting. Responsibilities cover data gathering, evaluation, treatment planning, and discharge planning, with a focus on restoring function and preventing disability after injury or illness.

Qualifications

• One year of acute care occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program with a BA/BS or MS and OT certification.
• Current California OT license or license eligibility.
• If on a Limited Permit, license exam within 90 days.
• BLS (AHA) current certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic organizational and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparatory data gathering: obtain orders, review records, and coordinate with care team.
• Evaluation: assess patient function, goals, and discharge needs within licensure scope.
• Treatment: design and implement OT programs, adapt goals, and educate family.
• Discharge: communicate progress and coordinate transition to home care.

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. Palmdale Regional Medical Center seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, direct, and administer therapy services per physician orders.

The role includes supervising staff and student interns, and ensuring patient progress in an acute care setting. Responsibilities cover data gathering, evaluation, treatment planning, and discharge planning, with a focus on restoring function and preventing disability after injury or illness.