Occupational Therapist-Inpt

Loma Linda • Loma Linda, CA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist-Inpatient (Inpt) provides patient care including evaluations, goal setting, treatment planning, family training and the application of treatment techniques in accordance with designated practice act and department policy and procedure. The role involves supervising non California Children's Services (CCS)-paneled staff as assigned, attending discharge rounds for kids with therapy needs, and coordinating services with the Medical Therapy Program (MTP). The position is with Loma Linda University Health, a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution, and candidates must understand and embrace its mission, purpose, and identity. The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, providing equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Suitable combination of education, training or experience along with a California license in Occupational Therapy is acceptable
• Able to read
• Able to write legibly
• Able to speak in English with professional quality
• Able to use computer and software programs necessary to the position
• Able to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment
• Able to build or create treatment equipment as needed
• Recognizes safety problems and corrects them
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others
• Able to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies
• Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
• Able to lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate
• Able to accept direction
• Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone
• Able to think critically
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Able to perform basic math functions
• Able to manage multiple assignments effectively
• Able to work well under pressure
• Able to problem solve
• Able to organize and prioritize workload
• Able to recall information with accuracy
• Able to pay close attention to detail
• Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care
• Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone
• Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care
• Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position
• Able to discern temperature variances through touch
• Currently licensed by California Board of Occupational Therapy
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification issued by the American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

• Speak Spanish

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care including evaluations, goal setting, treatment planning, family training and the application of treatment techniques in accordance with designated practice act and department policy and procedure
• Supervises non California Children's Services (CCS)-paneled staff as assigned
• Attend discharge rounds for kids with therapy needs
• Involved in helping to coordinate services with the Medical Therapy Program (MTP)
• Performs other duties as needed

Benefits

• Recruitment Incentive Bonus: may be eligible for $5000 recruitment incentive bonus based on eligibility requirements
• Equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law
• Reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees