Vision Rehab Occupational Therapist II - Per Diem

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist 2 (Per Diem) functions as a journey-level clinician in vision rehabilitation, providing evaluation, treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, and discharge planning for adults with low vision, profound vision loss or blindness, and/or neurological vision impairments. The role involves evaluating clients’ abilities to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), conducting home safety and environmental assessments, and providing adaptations that enhance safety, independence, and overall occupational performance. Interventions are primarily delivered in home and community settings. Candidates without prior vision experience will receive mentorship and training. Work is on weekdays during normal working hours.

Requirements

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated initiative and commitment to ongoing clinical learning and growth.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, team members, and physicians.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Effective observational, analytical, and teaching skills.
Completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Occupational Therapist (OT) credential issued by the State of California.
At least three years of experience working with adults.

Nice To Haves

Post-graduate education in low vision rehabilitation.
Post-graduate certification in low vision rehabilitation.
Experience in low vision rehabilitation.
Experience in an outpatient setting.
Experience working with adults in an outpatient physical disabilities setting.

Responsibilities

Evaluate clients’ abilities to perform activities of daily living (ADLs).
Conduct home safety and environmental assessments.
Provide adaptations to improve clients’ safety, independence, and occupational performance.
Plan and deliver therapeutic interventions for adults with low vision, profound vision loss or blindness, and/or neurological vision impairments.
Provide discharge planning.