Occupational Therapist (OT) - Walnut Creek

About the role

Occupational therapy focuses on specific daily activities and movements. Utilizing the common items at home or special adaptive equipment, the OT will train the patient or caregiver in activities such as self-grooming, dressing, toileting and bathing. There are also advanced activities such as cooking, housekeeping, laundry and shopping that the OT is particularly geared toward. In addition to the above, the occupational therapy team focuses on community re-integration, as well as introducing patients to leisure-type activities that provide a holistic approach to treating health and wellness.

Responsibilities

• Train patients or caregivers in daily activities using common items or adaptive equipment
• Facilitate community re-integration and introduce patients to leisure activities
• Assess and address functional limitations in daily living activities
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding home safety and management of health conditions

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year Occupational Therapy experience desired
• Open to entry level or candidates with no prior home health experience
• Valid California Occupational Therapist license
• Reliable Transportation
• CPR/BLS Certification

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Licensure: Current California Occupational Therapy license

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to assess and address functional limitations in daily living activities
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of home health care practices and policies

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement
• Medical Bag
• Cell Phone with Data plan
• PPE
• Company paid Health, dental and vision insurance
• Voluntary life insurance and accident plan
• 401(k) savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• PTO/Holiday Pay
• Promotional Opportunities

Pay

Compensation starting rate indicated on this posting is based on Employees working a Full-Time schedule. Salary: From $109,000.00 per year

Schedule

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work setting

JCAHO accredited facility

COVID-19 considerations

Virtual interviews and full PPE upon hire

Medical specialties

Home Health

Role characteristics

• Older adults
• On the road

License/Certification

• BLS Certification (Required)
• Occupational Therapy License (Required)