Occupational Therapist in Los Angeles County

AltaMed Health Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Los Angeles County to provide compassionate care to elderly individuals. This role involves developing and administering occupational therapy programs aimed at improving quality of life and enables therapists to grow while making a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career Advancement & Development opportunities

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• Eligible for Occupational Therapist license from CA.
• 1+ years experience with elderly and disabled preferred.
• Bilingual preferred for effective patient communication.

Responsibilities

• Administer medically prescribed occupational therapy.
• Focus on independence and quality of life for elderly participants.
• Participate in assessments and care planning.

Skills

Experience with elderly populations

Bilingual (English/Spanish/Cantonese/Mandarin)

Education

Occupational Therapist license

Post-professional education and training in Physical Agent Modality

BLS certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist in Los Angeles County

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If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

This position facilitates the development and rehabilitation of patients with mental, emotional, and physical disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed occupational therapy. The PACE Occupational Therapist will provide comprehensive occupational therapy services to participants enrolled in the PACE program. This role focuses on promoting the independence and quality of life of elderly individuals through the development, improvement, and maintenance of activities of daily living and functional skills.

Occupational Therapist (Corporate)

This is a specialized Occupational Therapist (OT) position to support the Rehabilitation Manager directly over five major domains of work: staff coverage, staff training, administration, project coordination, and regulatory compliance. The OT will cover various PACE Occupational Therapist duties remotely or in-person for any of the AltaMed PACE Centers, as needed to support compliance-related needs such as assessments, care planning, and IDT/Care Coordination meetings. The OT will support training such as onboarding, process implementation, and competency re-training as assigned by the Rehabilitation Manager. The OT will support Rehab operations by assisting processes such as data collection, data analysis, report building, preparing and facilitating presentations, and compliance recordkeeping. The OT will support PACE by assisting with program planning and implementation, participating in CQI initiatives, and serving on interdisciplinary committees to improve participant health outcomes and the delivery of Rehab services. The OT will collaborate with discipline managers, QI team, the Rehabilitation department, and other PACE leaders to align with organizational goals, provide an exceptional customer experience, and optimize care delivery.

Minimum Requirements

• Occupational Therapist license issued by the State of California Occupational Therapy Board, coupled with a minimum of 1 year of experience working with the frail elderly (Geriatric) and disabled populations (preferred).
• Bilingual English/Spanish/Cantonese/Mandarin preferred.
• Post-professional education and training in Physical Agent Modality preferred.
• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
  
  

Compensation

$49.07 - $61.34 hourly

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance
  
  

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services

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