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Occupational Therapist

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An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

$108,427 / year median in California

+5% projected growth

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Overview Join our dynamic healthcare team as an Occupational Therapist, where you'll play a vital role in enhancing patients' quality of life through personalized therapy interventions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work across diverse settings, including various facilities, boarding care and home health care settings. Your expertise will help individuals regain independence, improve functional abilities, and achieve their personal goals. We are committed to fostering a collaborative environment that values innovation, compassion, and professional growth. Duties Assess patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs to develop tailored occupational therapy plans. Implement therapeutic activities that improve manual handling skills, mobility, and daily living functions. Educate patients and their families on treatment strategies, safety procedures, and injury prevention techniques. Utilize your knowledge of physiology and anatomy to inform effective intervention approaches. Perform manual handling tasks safely, including weight handling in the workplace and patient transfers. Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and clinical notes using medical terminology. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for patients Ensure compliance with occupational health standards and safety protocols during therapy sessions. Conduct therapy sessions for diverse populations including geriatrics, and individuals in rehabilitation or recovery phases. Demonstrate technical proficiency with assistive devices and therapeutic equipment to optimize patient outcomes. Experience Proven occupational therapy experience in clinical settings Hands-on experience working with adult and geriatric patients. Familiarity with post-acute care, assessment and developing plan of care in a home health care setting Strong knowledge of medical terminology related to occupational therapy practices. Strong skills in documentations and submission in timely matter Experience in managing manual handling procedures safely within healthcare or workplace environments. Knowledge of physiology and anatomy relevant to functional assessments and therapeutic interventions. CPR certification is required; additional certifications in occupational health or specialized therapy techniques are advantageous. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining high standards of patient care. Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a meaningful difference! We prioritize paid positions at all levels—including internships—ensuring you gain valuable experience while contributing to exceptional patient outcomes. Join us in transforming lives through dedicated occupational therapy practice!
Pay:
$65.00 - $90.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Work Location:
On the road