OT: Geriatric Rehab & Independence Expert

Rockport Healthcare Services; San Pablo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $3,000

Job summary

Rockport Healthcare Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care and lead therapy activities in a multidisciplinary setting. You will evaluate, treat, and document patient progress, while collaborating with physicians, families, and the rehab team to optimize outcomes.

The role requires supervising aides, coordinating with the Director of Rehabilitation, and supporting the facility's standards for safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Must have OT degree from accredited program.
• Ability to supervise and direct assistants and aides.
• Knowledge of physical modalities used in OT.
• Knowledge of prosthetic/orthotic devices and assistive devices.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to work with diverse patient populations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and OT treatment per facility procedures.
• Develop individualized plan of treatment with physician approvals.
• Document services in medical records and ensure accuracy for billing.
• Supervise certified OT assistants and aides in direct care.
• Communicate patient progress with supervisor and health team.
• Educate families and nursing staff on follow‑through programs.
• Assess ADLs and acquire adaptive equipment to promote independence.
• Maintain professional development and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Skills

OT evaluation

Supervise aides

Modalities knowledge

Prosthetic/orthotic devices

Medical terminology

Patient diversity

Verbal/written communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Occupational Therapy

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Rockport Healthcare Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide direct patient care and lead therapy activities in a multidisciplinary setting. You will evaluate, treat, and document patient progress, while collaborating with physicians, families, and the rehab team to optimize outcomes.

The role requires supervising aides, coordinating with the Director of Rehabilitation, and supporting the facility's standards for safety and quality care.