Occupational Therapist

Title : Occupational Therapist

Location : Stockton, CA 95204

Duration : 6 Month

Onsite Mon to Friday 40hrs/week (8 to 5PM PST)



Job Summary:

The Client Occupational Therapist is responsible for coordinating and providing

restorative and rehabilitative Occupational Therapy services to participants at the Center and

at home. Occupational Therapy works closely with PACE Physician, rehabilitation staff and

other interdisciplinary team (IDT) members to maximize participant independence and safety

as well as enhance performance of ADLs. The Occupational Therapist collaborates with the

Physical Therapist to efficiently operate Client rehabilitation department and is a

member of the Client management team and facilitates collaborative relationships

across Client and with external stakeholders to promote the Client values, team

culture and mission.



-Conduct Occupational Therapy assessments to determine the Occupational Therapy

care needs, preferences and goals of the participants and actively participate in IDT

meetings to develop participant care plans.



-Deliver and document Occupational Therapy interventions in accordance with physician

orders and/or as agreed upon in the participants care plans including but not limited to

the use of devices, techniques and activities to promote muscle re-education,

perceptual-motor and cognitive function, balance, endurance and other factors affecting

the level of independence in performing ADLs.



-Supervises the Therapy Assistants including providing training, instruction and guidance

needed to implement Functional Maintenance Programs (FMP).



-Provide training and instructions to staff, participants and caregivers/families in areas of

Occupational Therapy in which they may work with participants.



-Order, track and manage maintenance for equipment.



-Remain alert to pertinent input from other team members, participants, and caregivers

and update the IDT promptly of any changes in participants condition or functional

status.



-Work with the other members of the IDT to support smooth care transitions between

settings (e.g., hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, home, etc.).

-In coordination with the Marketing Team, support enrollment of prospective participants

into the program.



-Participate in end-of-life care coordination and support.



-Manage direct reports including training, supervising and mentoring.



-Be legally authorized to practice in position location, required.



-Only act within the Product of his or her authority to practice.



-Complete all required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.



-Protect privacy and maintain confidentiality of all company procedures and information

about team members, participants, and families.



-Follow Client policies and procedures and participate in any required Quality

Improvement activities, staff training and meetings.



-Communicate regularly with Supervisor and team regarding workload and priorities.

-Timely completion of all mandated trainings and education.



-Timely completion of all mandated occupational health screenings as needed.



-Exercises flexibility in performing assignments as business needs evolve.



-Other duties as assigned.







Skills:

"Required Skills & Experience:



-Minimum of two years Occupational Therapy experience in a clinical setting with a frail

or elderly population.



-Highly motivated, inspirational leader who is able to innovatively engage, support and

remove barriers for the team to ensure the team consistently meet established goals.



-Occupational Therapy knowledge and skills necessary to treat frail, elderly participants

with complex needs.



-Two years supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to mentor and develop

team members.



-Ability to process accurate information in a timely manner.



-Excellent leadership, organizational and communication skills in settings with seniors,

their families and interdisciplinary team members.



-Experience leading in a data-driven organization, leveraging reports and data to

prioritize and manage people and projects.



-Excellent clinical, organizational and communication skills in settings with seniors, their

families and interdisciplinary team members.



-Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.



-Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.



-Experience and competency working with people from diverse backgrounds and

cultures.



-Commitment to unlocking the full potential of our most vulnerable seniors.



Required Education:

-Bachelor s Degree in Occupational Therapy from Accredited Program (AOTA and ACOTE standards).





Required Certifications & Licensure:

-Initial Registration from National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.

-Licensed and/or eligible for Licensure as required in the State of California

-BLS