Occupational Therapist (OT)

Memorial Physician Practices; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Kindred Hospital South Bay Gardena in Gardena, California is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time position. You will develop treatment plans, implement therapy, and coordinate with the care team to support patients’ recovery and functional goals.

The role emphasizes documentation, adherence to regulatory standards, and ongoing professional development within a supportive leadership environment.

Qualifications

• OT degree from an accredited program.
• Current and unrestricted OT license in the service state.
• CPR certification is current.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a specialized treatment plan to help patients regain well-being through exercise and use of prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and team; instruct family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Document patient care per regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
• Maintain equipment and workspace in a safe, clean condition.
• Adhere to Company Code of Conduct, Compliance Agreement and applicable laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

CPR certification

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Long-Term Acute Care Hospital

Full-time

Wage scale: $36.36-$64.00 per hour

Superior Outcomes, Supportive Leadership, Career Advancement

Your experience matters

At Kindred Hospital South Bay Gardena, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As an Occupational Therapist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

• Develop a specialized treatment plan to help him/her achieve as much as possible in regaining his/her well-being through exercise and/or use of prosthetic and orthotic devices. You and your staff will play an important role in his/her recovery
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws
• Other duties as assigned
  

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current and unrestricted Occupational Therapy license in the state where services are rendered
• Current CPR certification
• Strong organizational and communication skills

About us

Kindred Hospital South Bay Gardena is a 54-bed hospital located in Gardena, California, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.