Occupational Therapist, Hand Therapist Outpatient- Santa Clara, 32 Hours

Kaiser Permanente; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide exceptional care to patients. In this vital role, you will evaluate patients and develop tailored treatment plans to help them achieve their rehabilitation goals. Your expertise will guide the implementation of treatment programs, ensuring coordination with other healthcare professionals and providing education to patients and their families. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of those in need of rehabilitation services, all within a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about helping others and advancing your career in occupational therapy, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of occupational therapy principles and practices.
• Ability to evaluate and plan effective treatment for patients.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and establish treatment goals for occupational therapy.
• Implement treatment programs and coordinate with healthcare personnel.
• Document patient management and assess treatment effectiveness.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Patient Education

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

State Licensure in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Summary:

Responsible for the occupational therapy of patients under the direction and supervision of the Rehabilitation Services.

UNAC/UHCP (United Nurses Association of California/Union of Health Care Professionals) is the collective bargaining representative of Rehab Services positions in Northern California effective 9/26/2021.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Evaluates patients, interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning for occupational therapy.
2. Implements the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient. May delegate a portion of the treatment program to the appropriate supportive personnel. Coordinates the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. Provides advice and education to patient and family.
3. Regularly assesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, the need for modifying goals and treatment. Discharges patient from occupational therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from occupational therapy. Provides accurate, timely documentation of occupational therapy patient management. Demonstrates progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice.