Occupational Therapist

Sunnyvale Post Acute in; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnyvale Post Acute in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients following physician referrals and treatment plans. You will communicate with families, physicians, and the health team while maintaining thorough documentation in medical records.

You will supervise OT Assistants, participate in care conferences, and assist with staff training. The role requires a California OT license and legal eligibility to work in the U.S.; salary is $100,027.00 annually.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Must have a valid California Occupational Therapist license.
• Must have legal authority to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients and communicate with families, physicians, and health team members.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and related activities.
• Record evaluations, treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and recertification documentation.
• Discharge planning and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Recommend and facilitate ordering of durable medical equipment to aid independence.

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Jujube Holdings LLC dba Sunnyvale Post Acute - Sunnyvale, CA.

Job Duties

Evaluate and treat patients, communicate with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintain documentation of services in the medical records. Conduct in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis. Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record must clearly define the cause of delay. Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician. Treat patients per the physician treatment plan. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act. Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans. Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed. Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility. Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and recertification documentation per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements. Record treatment changes per policy and procedures. Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services. Participate in discharge planning. Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility (i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars). Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order. Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy. Must have a valid state of California Occupational Therapist license.

Must have legal authority to work in the U.S. EEOE.

Annual salary offered: $100,027.00.

We are 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, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.