Occupational Therapist Burns/Acute/ARU (Sign-on bonus eligible)

UCSF Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in San Francisco is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist for their Rehabilitation Services. The role focuses on delivering patient care for adults and geriatrics, requiring an accredited degree and licensure eligibility. Candidates will be expected to plan therapy services and participate in professional development activities. This full-time position emphasizes teamwork and continuous learning in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of licensed practice experience.
• Possession of or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the California Occupational Therapy Board.
• AHA BLS certification or eligibility.
• Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
• Basic computer skills including work within Epic electronic medical record.
• Good interpersonal, time management, problem-solving, and self-initiation skills.
• Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer occupational therapy services for patients with physical and cognitive impairments.
• Conduct patient evaluations and develop intervention programs.
• Mentor students and fellows.
• Participate in compliance and quality improvement initiatives.
• Mentor Occupational Therapy Students, Doctoral Fellows, and Rehabilitation Aides as needed.
• Participate in professional and clinical development activities (40+ hours/year) and lead quality/safety initiatives as appropriate.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

MS or MA degree from accredited Occupational Therapy program

Doctorate degree from accredited Occupational Therapy program (preferred)

Tools

Epic electronic medical record

Job description

Overview

SFH Rehab Services – Full Time – 86040BR

This is an inpatient position within Saint Francis/St Mary’s Hospitals Rehabilitation Services department. The Staff Occupational Therapist (OT 2) reports to the Clinical Supervisor and provides both direct and indirect patient care services. The role primarily serves adult and geriatric patients from diverse backgrounds; candidates with pediatric competencies and clinical experience may also work with infants, children, and/or adolescents as needed.

Under general direction and upon receipt of licensed approved provider referrals, the Staff Occupational Therapist plans and administers a full range of occupational therapy services for patients with physical and cognitive impairments and functional limitations. Services include patient evaluations using various tests and measurements, establishment of therapeutic goals, development of intervention programs, and implementation of intervention plans using occupational therapy techniques. The OT demonstrates competence in managing patients of varying clinical acuity and complexity. Mentoring may be sought for novel presentations or areas outside existing expertise. The OT maintains patient records, stays organized, and demonstrates effective time management. Supervisory responsibilities may include Occupational Therapy Students, Doctoral Fellows, and Rehabilitation Aides.

The OT participates in regular professional and clinical development activities (40+ hours/year) and may lead compliance, quality, safety, and process improvement initiatives within the department, local care setting, and organization. The final salary and offer components are subject to UC policy approvals.

Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits information are provided by UCSF. See the links and statements included in this description for details on compensation, benefits, and diversity commitments.

Required Qualifications

• MS or MA degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Minimum one year of licensed practice experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to recognize signs of distress.
• Basic computer skills including work within Epic electronic medical record.
• Good interpersonal, time management, problem-solving, and self-initiation skills.
• Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Prior experience providing patient care in acute care hospital and acute rehab/IRF settings.
• Prior experience working on an interdisciplinary health provider team.

License/Certification

• Possession of or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the California Occupational Therapy Board.
• AHA BLS certification or eligibility.

About UCSF

UCSF Health is committed to innovative patient care, technology, and research. We are consistently ranked among the top hospitals nationally and offer a work environment that supports continuous learning and professional growth. UCSF values professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence (PRIDE values).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

For more information about compensation and benefits, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Job Details

• Location: San Francisco, CA
• Campus: St. Francis
• Work Style: Fully On-Site
• Shift: Days, Weekends
• Shift Length: 8 Hours

Job Code and Payroll Title: 007924 OCCUPATIONAL THER 2 EX