Occupational Therapist

Dignity Health; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 68,576 - 102,011; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Santa Maria is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients and participate in treatment planning. Responsibilities include administering therapy modalities, documenting patient progress, and maintaining a safe work environment. Applicants must be licensed OT with at least one year of experience, possess CPR certification, and have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Competitive pay at $49.78 – $74.05 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• State licensed OT with 1 year experience within the last 5 years.
• CPR certification and current California driver’s license required.
• Basic knowledge of occupational therapy principles, techniques, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and participate in treatment program planning.
• Administer occupational therapy modalities, procedures, and tests.
• Document patient records and maintain communication with referring physician.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work in a team

Teaching physical therapy techniques

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

In keeping with the Marian Regional Medical Center Hospice healthcare philosophy, the Occupational Therapist performs all phases of occupational therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment and documentation, and performs other tasks related to quality of care and effective department function. Typical duties include: evaluating patients; participating in the treatment program planning; administering occupational therapy modalities, procedures and tests; documenting accurate patient records and progress notes; maintaining appropriate oral or written contact with the referring physician and co‑workers; ensuring a clean and safe work environment by addressing unsafe conditions and malfunctioning equipment; supervising aides in the overall treatment program; assisting DPCS, Hospice Supervisor, and QI Coordinator with QI as required; and participating in all departmental functions and activities such as in‑service education, clerical and other relevant tasks.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Experience Required: State licensed OT with 1 year experience within the last 5 years
• Minimum Education Required: Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy (accredited jointly by AOTA and the Council on Medical Education of the AMA)
• Licensure Required: CPR certification; current California driver’s license; clean driving record with proof of liability insurance for automobile; professional liability, annual PPD and physical exam (for contractors)
• Special Skills: Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely and accurately; strong interpersonal skills; basic knowledge of occupational therapy principles, techniques and procedures; ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently; ability to function in a team environment, collaborating with other patient‑care team members, physicians, patients and their families; ability to teach physical therapy techniques and procedures to patients and caregivers; ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Preferred Experience: 2 years previous experience as an occupational therapist (preferred but not required); previous hand therapy experience (preferred but not required).
• Preferred Training: Completion of Hospice Orientation Program upon hiring and completion of HH orientation.

Where You'll Work

Marian Regional Medical Center, a 191‑bed facility located in Santa Maria, California, is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best Maternity Care by Newsweek. The hospital ranks among the top 10% in the nation for safety core measures in cardiac services and offers the only comprehensive cancer treatment and resource program from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Marian’s mission‑style facility houses the latest technology to support excellent physicians and caregivers who deliver compassionate care each and every day. Marian Regional Medical Center is part of Dignity Health’s Southwest Division and a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not‑for‑profit health care system in the nation.

Pay Range

$49.78 – $74.05 /hour