Occupational Therapist Student Loan Assistance Program

Ernest Health•Rancho Mirage, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern California is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to join their world-class team. This facility is a premier inpatient rehab center serving patients throughout the Coachella Valley and Southern California region, providing intensive rehabilitative care for individuals recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic surgeries, and other serious conditions. The hospital offers state-of-the-art equipment, individualized care plans, and a warm, supportive environment. As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, they focus on employee recognition, wellness, and retention programs, encouraging feedback through platforms like “My Ernest Journey” and Engagement Surveys. They offer comprehensive benefits designed to support health and financial well-being.

Requirements

Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy.
Current State Occupational Therapist License.
Current CPR
Current, valid, and active licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of employment required.
Current BLS certification from an approved vendor required.
Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in the care of patients in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Uses specialized knowledge and training in occupational therapy medical services as well as independent judgment and discretion to develop and provide occupational therapy medical services to patients that help them improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, as well as compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments.
These patients may have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling.
Independently examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans and then implements those treatment plans with full responsibility for preparation of related documentation and patient and other medical provider communication.
Also uses specialized occupational therapy training and knowledge as well as independent discretion and judgment to assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

Benefits

Student Loan Contribution Payment Program
PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
Flexible and Health Saving account options available
Dental and Vision coverage
401K with employer matching
Life insurance
Short-and-long term disability
Competitive compensation
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.
Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
Therapy Preceptor bonus program