Occupational Therapist (San Jose)

Excelin Health Services; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelin Health Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Fremont, CA to provide skilled OT services. The role involves evaluating functional status, planning and implementing therapy, and coordinating with physicians and the care team.

Responsibilities include teaching adaptive techniques, supervising assistants, and maintaining comprehensive patient records in accordance with policy. Minimum qualifications include accredited OT education, national registration, CPR, and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination (AOTA).
• Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
• CPR certification current.
• Must be a licensed driver with insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient’s functional status and home environment; develops plan of care.
• Develops treatment program and establishes goals; communicates plan to physician.
• May fabricate splints and instruct patient in adaptive equipment use.
• Supervises assistants and coordinates with home health staff as required.
• Maintains clinical records and coordinates care with the care team.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization skills

Education

OT curriculum accredited

Job description

Occupational Therapist (San Jose)

Full Time Therapy Fremont, CA, US

Job Title/Position: Occupational Therapist

Reports to: Rehab Director

Position Summary: The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.).
• Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
• For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.
• Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.
• May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.
• May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
• May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.
• Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
• When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.

Communication:

• Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.
• Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
• Attends and contributes to in‑services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.
• Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.

2. Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.

3. Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.

4. Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.

5. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

SKILLS REQUIRED

1. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

Compliance:

• Acknowledge my obligation and agreement to fulfill those duties and responsibilities as set forth in the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies and to be bound by these standards.
• Certify that throughout my association with EH I will comply with the terms of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies.
• Understand that violations of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies may lead to disciplinary action, including termination of employment.