Occupational Therapist-OT Full-Time
About The Position
Garden City Health Care Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join its rehabilitation team at a skilled nursing facility in Modesto, California. The role focuses on helping residents achieve greater independence and quality of life through patient-centered, evidence-based care. The position is open to experienced occupational therapists and those early in their careers, in a supportive and collaborative environment. The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, develops individualized treatment plans, collaborates with families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members, and maintains accurate clinical documentation. The OT also supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, aides, and students; supports staff training; and provides education and in-services to promote resident outcomes. This is a full-time position with a stated pay range of $60.00–$65.00 per hour, based on experience (BOE). A sign-on bonus is mentioned; applicants are invited to ask about it.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current, active California Occupational Therapist license in good standing.
- Meet continuing education requirements established by state regulations.
- Proficiency with electronic documentation systems.
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to perform the physical demands described, including lifting or exerting up to 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Skilled nursing or geriatric experience.
- Familiarity with Casamba and PointClickCare documentation systems.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents within 24 hours or one business day of physician referral and document delays appropriately.
- Develop individualized treatment plans and obtain physician approval.
- Treat residents according to physician-approved plans of care.
- Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), aides, and students in compliance with the state practice act.
- Assist nursing staff with training Restorative Aides as appropriate.
- Communicate resident progress, challenges, and plans with rehabilitation and interdisciplinary teams.
- Participate in patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and rehabilitation conferences as needed.
- Complete evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertifications, and discharge documentation in accordance with regulatory and payer requirements.
- Educate residents, families, and caregivers on maintenance programs and discharge preparation.
- Participate in discharge planning and care coordination.
- Recommend and facilitate ordering durable medical equipment (DME) to promote independence in activities of daily living.
- Report equipment issues to support safe and effective operation.
- Maintain positive, professional relationships with residents, families, staff, and colleagues.
- Provide education and in-services to facility staff to support optimal resident outcomes.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus available; applicants are encouraged to ask about it.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
