Senior Occupational Therapist - Clinical Leader & Mentor

Kaiser Permanente; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services under supervision in our Oakland, California facilities. The role emphasizes clinical instruction, staff mentorship, and participation in performance improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have an accredited OT degree, California OT license, and at least two years of experience, with the ability to contribute to new clinical practice models and staff development.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist.
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum with a Bachelor, Master, or Doctoral degree with certification in occupational therapy or foreign trained equivalent.
• California Occupational Therapist License required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides occupational therapy services under the direction of the Director/Assistant Director or designee.
• Provides department in-service presentations as requested by management.
• Serves as a clinical instructor and can assist in orientation and training of employees.
• Provides consultation to staff and may mentor staff.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities and can contribute to new clinical practice models.
• Participates in performance improvement projects or other committees as requested by management.
• Monitors the work of contract therapists and patient treatment at Kaiser facilities.

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy (accredited)

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services under supervision in our Oakland, California facilities. The role emphasizes clinical instruction, staff mentorship, and participation in performance improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have an accredited OT degree, California OT license, and at least two years of experience, with the ability to contribute to new clinical practice models and staff development.