Occupational Therapist - Merced, CA

Search Station; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Station is recruiting an Occupational Therapist for a skilled long-term care facility in Merced, CA. You will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, educate staff, and document progress in EMR as part of an interdisciplinary rehab team.

The role requires an OT degree and active OT license, CPR certification, and Medicare/PDPM knowledge. On-site, Mon–Fri 8:00–5:00 with two full-time openings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy curriculum
• Current, active OT license — able to practice unencumbered
• CPR Certification, as required for license renewal
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
• Full knowledge of resident rights
• Long-term care experience preferred
• PDPM knowledge preferred
• Knowledge of Group Therapy & Sensory Therapy preferred
• Knowledge of NetHealth and PointClickCare (PCC) preferred
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Initiate evaluations per physician orders and payer authorization/guidelines
• Develop and provide treatment plans consistent with benefit and reimbursement levels for optimal functional outcomes
• Educate staff, other healthcare professionals, and third-party payers on treatment benefits and functional outcomes
• Complete timely documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, summaries, and monthly reports
• Key information into computer systems, including EMR and rehab systems
• Screen individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention
• Achieve quality patient care through interdisciplinary co-treatment, protocols, and programs
• Direct and supervise assistants, rehab aides, and students in accordance with State and Federal guidelines
• Attend continuing education and provide in-service training to enhance clinical and professional knowledge
• Submit billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner
• Make appropriate referrals to other rehab team members
• Meet or exceed productivity standard of 87% and Group Therapy standards

Skills

Multitasking

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Patient advocacy

Education

OT Curriculum Graduate

Tools

NetHealth

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Industry: Healthcare / Health Services

Work Setting: Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing Facility — Rehab Department

Job City: Merced, California

Country: United States

Work Location: On-Site

Employment Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt (FLSA)

Total Positions: 2 Full-Time Openings

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00AM–5:00PM

Compensation: $60 – $70/hour

About the Opportunity

Search Station is recruiting on behalf of a confidential client, a skilled long-term care facility in Merced, California seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their Rehabilitation department. This role provides and directs all aspects of quality patient care including evaluation, treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education, and documentation. The OT serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current and prospective patients, working closely with the interdisciplinary rehab team, and reports to the Facility Rehab Director.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy curriculum
• Current, active OT license — able to practice unencumbered
• Good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
• CPR Certification, as required for license renewal
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
• Full knowledge of resident rights
• Long-term care experience preferred
• PDPM knowledge preferred
• Knowledge of Group Therapy & Sensory Therapy preferred
• Knowledge of NetHealth and PointClickCare (PCC) preferred
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Scope of Work

• Initiate evaluations per physician orders and payer authorization/guidelines
• Develop and provide treatment plans consistent with benefit and reimbursement levels for optimal functional outcomes
• Educate staff, other healthcare professionals, and third-party payers on treatment benefits and functional outcomes
• Complete timely documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, summaries, and monthly reports
• Key information into computer systems, including EMR and rehab systems
• Screen individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention
• Achieve quality patient care through interdisciplinary co-treatment, protocols, and programs
• Direct and supervise assistants, rehab aides, and students in accordance with State and Federal guidelines
• Attend continuing education and provide in-service training to enhance clinical and professional knowledge
• Submit billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner
• Make appropriate referrals to other rehab team members
• Meet or exceed productivity standard of 87% and Group Therapy standards

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday
• Ability to see and hear (with or without prosthetics) sufficient to meet position requirements
• Ability to lift up to and over 100 lbs with assistance, according to resident's abilities
• Ability to sit and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to travel to assigned locations within a reasonable time frame
• Ability to bend, squat, push, stoop, and pull as needed in fulfilling resident care activities
• Must meet general health requirements including annual TB screening and physical examination

Good to Know

• This role includes mandated reporter responsibilities regarding suspected elder abuse and access to Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA
• Environment involves inside work in a 24-hour skilled care setting serving disabled and cognitively impaired residents
• Both experienced OTs and those newer to long-term care may be considered — LTC experience is preferred, not required
• Direct supervisory role over assistants, rehab aides, and students included in scope