Description

UC Davis Medical Center 

Sacramento, CA

Occupational Therapist 2

Salary or Pay Range: $51.32 - $70.42 Hourly

Full-time and Per Diem positions are available; please apply directly for consideration.

The Occupational Therapist 2 (OT 2) works as a journey-level therapist, responsible for organizing, coordinating, and providing Occupational Therapy services to patients under the direction of the Occupational Therapy supervisor. The OT 2 typically has experience across a variety of clinical settings and demonstrates the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Key responsibilities include planning, evaluating, and implementing Occupational Therapy programs for patients with complex needs, exercising independent judgment in documentation and patient care decisions, and serving as a resource and mentor to entry-level Occupational Therapists. OT 2s also assist in staff orientation and participate in ongoing training programs.

Responsibilities

•  Assess, plan, and implement individualized Occupational Therapy treatment programs for patients with complex conditions.
• Provide direct therapy services to patients, including evaluation, intervention, and documentation.
• Demonstrate independent judgment in clinical decision-making and patient care.
• Serve as a resource and mentor for entry-level Occupational Therapists and support staff.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new staff members.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with departmental, state, and federal standards.
• Participate in continuing education, training programs, and departmental quality improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload a license and/or certification if required for the position

• California Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)
• American Heart Association (AHA), or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program with a bachelor’s degree or higher
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in the field of Occupational Therapy working with adults
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills of occupational therapy theory and practices, as evidenced by several years of clinical experience
• Must be able to perform all responsibilities of a licensed occupational therapist as required and assigned by Rehab Leadership
• Ability to communicate ideas and relate well with staff and patients to work as a team member
• Willingness to assist other staff members with their caseloads
• Professional competency in occupational therapy evaluation techniques, such as range of motion testing, muscle testing, cognitive/ perceptual testing, activities of daily living evaluation, sensory testing, use of standardized testing of upper extremity function
• Professional competency in occupational therapy treatment modalities, including activities of daily living and transfer training, strengthening, coordination, balance, range of motion, perceptual/cognitive skills training, wheelchair prescription, fabrication of splints and adapted devices
• Ability to establish and maintain good rapport with patients and their families
• Ability to train family in follow-through for home therapy programs; home visiting as necessary
• Ability to communicate clearly on a professional basis with physicians and work cooperatively with a variety of health care professionals
• Knowledge of requirements in processing for third-party payors
• Ability to write progress notes, discharge plans, and other written reports as requested
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate the scheduling of patients in assigned areas of responsibility
• Ability to organize time
• Ability to be flexible and cooperative
• Ability to verbally communicate pertinent information and knowledge of the profession for training and educating other hospital service personnel
• Ability to organize training material
• Skill in organizing written material
• Knowledge of appropriate information required for patient and supply record keeping
• Must see well enough to observe patient reactions and read relevant monitors, relevant device settings, and relevant written information such as the patient's medical record
• Must hear and speak well enough to communicate with patients and staff throughout the day
• Must possess the physical strength to assist with patient mobility
• Must possess sufficient mobility to traverse the distances required to serve patients throughout the institution
• Must have basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Clinical Educator Certification 
• 2 years of experience working in an inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing (SNF), acute care, or an LTACH 
• Demonstrated experience with neurological diagnoses (job or student rotation) 

Key Responsibilities

•  85% - Provide Occupational Therapy services to patients in an Inpatient Rehabilitation setting
• 10% - Miscellaneous assignments 
• 5% - Educational Activities

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position.

•  This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation, clearance, and functional capacity assessment 
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and training requirements

To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at:

http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=310586

Job ID# 81033

The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer