Occupational Therapist, Day Shift, Full Time

Adventist Health; Fort Bragg (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $20,000 hiring incentive

$5,000 relocation assistance

Job summary

Adventist Health in Fort Bragg, California, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to plan and conduct treatment programs aimed at enhancing patients' physical and mental functions. The role involves supervising assistants and ensuring comprehensive clinical documentation.

Candidates should have a Master's degree or Doctor of Occupational Therapy and relevant licensure. Additionally, a hiring incentive of up to $20,000 and relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD).
• Two years’ occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Occupational Therapy licensure in state of practice is required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts segments of treatment programs.
• Supervises assigned assistants.
• Completes evaluations and establishes individualized treatment plans.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Assessment

Therapy Interventions

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Tools

Clinical Documentation Software

Job description

Job Overview

Located where miles of breathtaking ocean views meet dense coastal forests, Adventist Health Mendocino County has a rich history serving community members on the coast since 1971. We are a 25-bed critical access hospital located in Fort Bragg, offering a range of services that include inpatient, outpatient, and community health programs.

Hiring Incentives

Up to $20,000 hiring incentive and $5,000 relocation available for eligible rehires and external hires who meet the required qualifications and conditions for payment.

Job Summary

Plans and conducts segments of treatment programs designed to restore and improve physical, social and mental functions while meeting department objectives. Serves as co‑leader in an interdisciplinary approach to patient groups. This position is represented by UFCW.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD). Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2007.
• Two years’ occupational therapy experience (preferred).

Licenses/Certifications

• Occupational Therapy licensure in state of practice: Required.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS, HS‑BLS, or RQI‑BLS) certification from an approved vendor per AH policy: Required.

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS or HS‑BLS or RQI‑BLS) certification: Required.

Essential Functions

• Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention. Uses appropriate clinical techniques and tools and establishes individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques. Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.
• Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. All associates receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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