Occupational Therapist
The posted compensation range of $42.69 - $61.91 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay °ÄÃÅÁùºÐ±¦µä in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. °ÄÃÅÁùºÐ±¦µä may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 370-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael California serving the areas of north Sacramento County and south Placer County for more than 50 years. It is one of the area’s largest and most comprehensive medical centers. Dedicated to the community’s well-being our staff and volunteers provide excellence in care for our patients each year. Mercy San Juan Medical Center has received recognition for being a Comprehensive Stroke Center and Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery along with Certificates of Excellence in Perinatal Care Hip- and Knee- Replacement.
Responsibilities
- Evaluations: Are completed according to department protocol. Completed within 48 hours once evaluation has been initiated. All relevant areas are thoroughly completed. Appropriate goals are set relative to the patient's prior level of function. Treatment plan is relevant to patient's problems identified. Patient/family participates in treatment plan and in setting goals.
- Provides Effective and Adequate Treatment: Implements effective and adequate treatment following department guidelines. Ongoing assessment of treatment effectiveness. Goals and treatment are modified as appropriate in relation to working toward goals. Selects appropriate treatment interventions. Utilizes specialized techniques. Patient safety is addressed with follow-up recommended. Recommends/obtains equipment as appropriate. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life-span of the patient.
- Patient/Family Education and Training: Addresses patient/family education. Demonstrates a variety of teaching methods. Methods are appropriate to the level of understanding. Education is timely (initiated when patient/family capable of learning) and need is identified with action taken to initiate training. Content is comprehensive-all aspects of care, including safety. Patient/family performance is documented. Need for type and follow-up is indicated/documented.
- Documentation: Complies with department policy regarding documentation. Completed in a timely manner according to department policy. Concise, legible, correct grammar using medical terminology and approved abbreviations. Reflects all interventions used in treatment, all ongoing assessment of treatment effectiveness, and changes in goals and treatment plan as appropriate. Addresses quality improvement indicators per policy. Reflects interdisciplinary teamwork and collaboration. Timecards, productivity logs, billing, and other logs for departmental functions are completed in a timely manner per department policy.
We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft
- Adoption Assistance
- Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
- Retirement Programs
- Wellness Programs
Qualifications
Experience:
Previous experience as an occupational therapist is preferred and the incumbent is required to exhibit the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. (Preferred)
Education:
This position requires graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy and certification or eligibility for certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. and a California License, or eligibility, to practice Occupational Therapy.
Special Skills:
Knowledge of:
* Current occupational therapy techniques, standards, principles, and procedures.
* Human anatomy and physiology with emphasis on musculoskeletal, circulatory, and nervous systems
* Medical terminology
* Proper body mechanics
* Infection control procedures
Ability to:
* Assess patient condition based upon sound pathophysiological principles
* Develop and implement appropriate patient treatment plan
* Complete and maintain records of Occupational Therapy observations, treatments, and actions
* Plan and organize work effectively and efficiently
* Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians, nursing staff, and other hospital personnel
* Maintain the confidentiality of medical information
* Fully meet the obligations of the Mission and Philosophy of Mercy General Hospital
* Flexibility to work within a changing health care environment Interact in a professional and courteous manner with all persons on the hospital campus at all times
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. °ÄÃÅÁùºÐ±¦µä cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
Depending on the position offered, °ÄÃÅÁùºÐ±¦µä offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit /benefits.
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