Occupational Therapist: Geriatric Rehab & Independence

Rockport Healthcare Services; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockport Healthcare Services in Chico, CA seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care in geriatric rehabilitation and related settings. You will evaluate, treat, and document patient progress, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include supervising assistants, developing treatment plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and contributing to a positive facility culture.

Qualifications

• OT evaluation and treatments knowledge.
• Ability to supervise and direct assistants and aides.
• Understanding of physical modalities used in OT.
• Knowledge of prosthetic and orthotic devices and assistive devices.
• Proficient in medical terminology and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to improve independence and function.
• Develop and obtain approvals for treatment plans with physicians.
• Document evaluations, progress and discharge summaries.
• Supervise OT assistants and aides in care activities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and communicate progress.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and home programs.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance and quality patient care.

Skills

OT evaluation

Supervise assistants

Physical modalities

Prosthetic/orthotic devices

Medical terminology

Communicate with families

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Rockport Healthcare Services in Chico, CA seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care in geriatric rehabilitation and related settings. You will evaluate, treat, and document patient progress, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include supervising assistants, developing treatment plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and contributing to a positive facility culture.