Occupational Therapist: Elevate Independence in Acute Rehab

CommonSpirit Health; Mount Shasta (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta, part of Dignity Health, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and quality of life.

You will assess diverse patients, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams while documenting thoroughly in a high-volume setting. You will evaluate and re-evaluate patients, involve families in goals and discharge planning, and ensure timely written evaluations and progress notes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an AMA-approved school.
• CA OT license required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification per American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assess diverse patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and document thoroughly.
• Provide motivating care to a high volume of patients.
• Conduct evaluations and re-evaluations, with SOAP notes and weekly progress.
• Discharge planning and instructions for next level of care.

Skills

CA OT license

BLS CPR

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta, part of Dignity Health, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and quality of life.

You will assess diverse patients, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams while documenting thoroughly in a high-volume setting. You will evaluate and re-evaluate patients, involve families in goals and discharge planning, and ensure timely written evaluations and progress notes.