Occupational Therapist (Full Time, Day Shift)

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

Job summary

Adventist Health in Delano, California is seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist to plan and conduct treatment programs aimed at restoring physical, social, and mental functions for patients. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, relevant licensure, and CPR certification.

The role includes supervising assistants and ensuring comprehensive clinical documentation while fostering an interdisciplinary approach to patient care. Adventist Health emphasizes safety and well-being through required vaccinations for all employees.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent required.
• Two years of occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Licensure in the state of practice required.
• BLS certification from an approved vendor required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts evaluations to ensure quality standards.
• Provides therapy interventions and establishes individualized care plans.
• Completes clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants.

Skills

Therapy interventions

Clinical documentation

Supervision

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

Job description

Occupational Therapist (Full Time, Day Shift)

5 DAYS AGO

Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Focused on growth and technological expertise since 1974, Adventist Health Delano is a full-service community and regional teaching hospital. We are comprised of a 156-bed medical center serving 10 rural Central California cities with primary and specialty care services. Delano is central to all that California has to offer and is the second-largest city in Kern County. A nice balance of small-town community and cultural diversity, Delano offers vitality and energy to our community.

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 interdisciplinary approach to patient groups.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD): Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2007; or foreign equivalent.


• 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) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: 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. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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