Acute Care Occupational Therapist - Occupational Therapy

Providence; Apple Valley (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, plan, direct and administer medically prescribed therapy programs in the hospital to restore function after disease or injury and help patients reach maximum independence.

The role includes performing administrative duties, participating in performance improvement and safety programs, and may orient staff or supervise students in the absence of the supervisor. California license and BLS certification are required upon hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of the American Occupational Therapy Association training program.
• Environmental orientation within 30 days of hire.
• California Occupational Therapist License upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
• Experience in acute care, skilled nursing facility, outpatient, and/or subacute care settings.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, direct and administer medically prescribed occupational therapy programs in the hospital to restore function and prevent disability.
• Assist patients to reach maximum performance and independence.
• Perform administrative duties and participate in department performance improvement, infection control, safety and education programs.
• May orient staff and students and assume duties of supervisor in their absence.

Education

Graduate of the American Occupational Therapy Association training program

California Occupational Therapist License

American Heart Association BLS Certification

Job description

Evaluates, plans, directs and administers medically prescribed occupational therapy programs in the hospital to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of body part. Assists patient to reach his/her maximum performance and assume a place in society while learning to live within the limits of his/her capacities. Performs administrative duties and participates in department Performance improvement, Infection control, and safety and education programs. The staff Occupational Therapist also assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of those patients being treated by Occupational Therapist Assistants and may be assigned to orient staff and students and to assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual.

Required Qualifications

• Coursework/Training: Graduate of the American Occupational Therapy Association training program.
• Coursework/Training: Environmental orientation within 30 days of hire.
• Upon hire: California Occupational Therapist License
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Experience in acute care, skilled nursing facility, outpatient, and/or subacute care settings.

Why Join Providence?

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