Occupational Therapist

Corona Post Acute; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in California is seeking a dedicated professional to evaluate and treat patients while maintaining documentation and complying with established regulations. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to high-quality care, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team. Ideal candidates will possess a graduate degree from an accredited institution, possess a valid state license, and relate well to individuals with varying needs, including the elderly and disabled. Join a team that values compassion and integrity in everyday care.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid state license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Commitment to high-quality, person-centered care.
• Ability to work with diverse individuals including those with disabilities and the elderly.
• Ability to interact tactfully and professionally with staff, residents, and families.
• Must relate to and work with residents who are ill or disabled with respect and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients based on physician referrals.
• Develop effective treatment plans with functional, goal-based outcomes.
• Supervise therapist assistants and therapy students.
• Maintain productivity standards as directed by supervision.
• Record clinical documentation per regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluate patients based on physician referrals and orders.
• Develop and adjust treatment plans with functional goals.
• Treat patients according to approved plans and orders.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited college or university

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements

• You care.

Position Summary

Evaluates and treats patients and communicates with patients, clients, and team members. Maintains documentation of services in the medical record. Conducts in-services and training for patients, clients, and team members on an ongoing basis in restorative techniques. Completes all duties in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements and Company policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Respects and upholds all residents' personal and property rights whenever carrying out duties, including knocking before entering a resident's room.
• Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Supervise Therapist Assistants and therapy students in direct patient care to carry out plan of care and patient related activities per state practice act and reimbursement regulations.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and a collaborative team building approach with all patients, clients, and team members.
• Consistently attends work and provides appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off.
• Maintains productivity standard as determined by supervisor and clinical needs.
• Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
• Evaluate patients based upon the physician referral/orders.
• Develop effective treatment plans with functional, goal-based outcomes and ensure approval /orders for services from referring physician.
• Treat patients according to treatment plan.
• Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a valid state license or eligibility to obtain license in state where services are provided.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Commitment to the company mission to consistently deliver high quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion and integrity, and to enrich every life we touch. Embracing the company values of care & compassion, community, honesty & integrity, teamwork, innovation and safety.
• Ability to represent Company in an ethical and professional manner, and to maintain accountability.
• Ability to interact tactfully, effectively, and professionally with other employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public, as needed.
• Must be able to relate to and work with physically and/or mentally ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within facility and treat them with respect and consideration regardless of their cognitive or functional level.