Temporary Occupational Therapist

St. Paul's Senior Services•San Diego, CA

73d•$81,900 - $122,900•Hybrid

About The Position

San Diego’s St. Paul's PACE program (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is seeking an Occupational Therapist. This innovative program serves individuals 55 years or older who are living with chronic illness or disabilities and require coordinated medical care to maintain independence in their home and community. The healthcare teams at St. Paul's PACE provide a hands-on approach, coordinating medical, social, and home care services. This is a Full Time temporary position with an anticipated duration of 2 months, possibly extendable. The typical schedule is Monday - Friday between 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

Requirements

Graduate of an OT curriculum accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and the Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American OT Association.
At least one-year experience as a OT working with geriatric populations.
Licensed Occupational Therapist in the State of California (CA)
Able to clear fingerprints through DOJ and FBI.
Able to clear a drug screen.

Responsibilities

Design and implement an occupational therapy program to help participants maintain independence and live safely within the community.
Conduct participant assessments and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop personalized care plans, focusing on acute restorative or maintenance levels of care, and determining the most effective strategies to optimize function.
Oversee the execution of care plans, perform reassessments as needed, and work closely with the IDT to ensure the highest quality of care.
Deliver services across a variety of settings, including the Day Center, PACE Center, nursing homes, and in-home environments.
Assist in the ordering, inventory, distribution, and maintenance of durable medical equipment for participants.