Occupational Therapist — Hands-On Rehab & Patient Impact

Monterey Palms Healthcare Center; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Monterey Palms Healthcare Center in California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat residents and patients with disabilities, helping them perform daily tasks and adapt to work environments in line with federal and state guidelines.

The role involves developing care plans, instructing residents and families on adaptive equipment, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with policy and regulations; supervision of assistants may occur.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, or Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree.
• Current license in Occupational Therapy (if required by state law).
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.
• State approved certification to provide advanced level treatments where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Screens, evaluates resident/patient and develops appropriate plan of care.
• Instructs residents, families and caregivers in the use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, splints, and aids for eating and dressing.
• Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provides adaptive tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor of Science

Master of Science

Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Monterey Palms Healthcare Center in California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat residents and patients with disabilities, helping them perform daily tasks and adapt to work environments in line with federal and state guidelines.

The role involves developing care plans, instructing residents and families on adaptive equipment, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with policy and regulations; supervision of assistants may occur.