Occupational Therapist (OT)

Lifepoint Health • Escondido, CA

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About The Position

The Occupational Therapist works in inpatient rehabilitation, evaluating patients and creating individualized treatment plans that support daily activities and functional independence. The role provides therapeutic interventions, tracks treatment and patient progress, collaborates with healthcare professionals and families, and educates patients and caregivers about adaptive techniques and equipment. The therapist also maintains compliance with safety and regulatory standards and performs other duties as assigned.

The position is at Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute, a 52-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Escondido, California, and part of Lifepoint Health. Strong interpersonal and documentation skills are required; familiarity with rehabilitation documentation systems is preferred.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Current license to practice occupational therapy.
• CPR certification required.
• Must pass a background check.
• Strong interpersonal and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in inpatient rehabilitation preferred.
• Familiarity with rehabilitation documentation systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to enhance patients’ daily living skills.
• Document treatment sessions and patient progress accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and families on care planning.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed