Occupational Therapist- GEM

Californian Outfitters; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

GEM Transition Care Center in Pasadena, CA is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat residents with physical, cognitive, and psychosocial impairments to maximize independence and quality of life.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, provide skilled OT interventions, educate residents and families, document progress, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team while keeping up-to-date with OT standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in California.
• Minimum 2 years of healthcare experience, preferably in a skilled nursing facility.
• Proficient in using electronic medical records and other healthcare software.
• Knowledge of OT practice standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial abilities using standardized assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessments and physician orders.
• Provide OT interventions including therapeutic exercise, ADL training, cognitive retraining, and environmental modifications.
• Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, PTs, and SLPs to optimize outcomes.
• Educate residents and families on goals, plans, and home exercise programs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of OT services.
• Participate in team meetings, in-service education, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain current knowledge of OT practice and regulations.

Skills

CA OT license

EMR software proficiency

Tools

EMR software

Job description

GEM Transition Care Center is a 75 bed skilled nursing facility specializing in short-term therapy and dedicated to providing all of our residents with the type of care they deserve.

We offer a variety of therapies and care services to assist patients in regaining their independence, whether they are recovering from a hospital stay or require ongoing medical support and are seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join our team. As the Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for evaluating and treating residents with physical, cognitive, and psychosocial impairments to help them achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate residents' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial abilities and functional limitations using standardized assessments
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results, resident goals, and physician orders
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions, including therapeutic exercise, activities of daily living training, cognitive retraining, and environmental modifications
• Monitor and document resident progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
• Communicate with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and speech therapists, to coordinate care and ensure optimal outcomes for residents
• Educate residents and family members on occupational therapy goals, treatment plans, and home exercise programs
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of occupational therapy services provided
• Participate in team meetings, in-service education, and quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain current knowledge of occupational therapy practice and relevant regulations

Qualifications:

• Current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of California
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in a skilled nursing facility
• Knowledge of current occupational therapy practice standards and regulations
• Proficient in using electronic medical records and other healthcare software

We are committed to providing the highest quality care to our residents, and we believe that our Occupational Therapist plays a critical role in achieving this goal. We offer competitive wages and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth and advancement within our organization. If you are a passionate and dedicated occupational therapy professional with experience in a healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply for this position.