Dignity Health

Occupational Therapist

Dignity Health • $70K — $95K *
Santa Cruz, CA 95060In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy (B.A. or B.S.) required at time of hire
  • Licensed Occupational Therapist in California required at time of hire
  • Basic Life Support - CPR certification required at time of hire
  • Preferred: 1 year of experience as an O.T.R. in a physical disabilities setting
  • Preferred: Experience in acute care or acute rehabilitation settings.

Responsibilities

  • Provide assessments and therapies related to daily living activities and upper body strength
  • Educate patients and families to enhance functional independence
  • Collaborate with other healthcare disciplines
  • Implement occupational therapy programs per Rehabilitation Directors' guidance
  • Support patients in maximizing their potential for community reintegration.

Benefits

  • Access to comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • Opportunity for professional development and continuing education
  • Supportive team environment with interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Flexible work hours to accommodate personal schedules
  • Access to advanced rehabilitation technologies and facilities.
Full Job Description
Job Summary and Responsibilities

Position Summary:

 

Provides assessment and therapy to individuals in the area of functional activities related to activities of daily living and upper body strength and mobility for an adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population. Also provides education to patients, appropriate family members and friends in order to restore patients' functional independence and reduce or prevent long term disability. Assists the patients to reach their maximum potential and return to their family and community. Coordinates with other disciplines and implements the programs of the Occupational Therapy Department under the general direction of the Rehabilitation Directors.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Bachelors Of Arts Occupational Therapy, upon hire or
  • Bachelors Of Science Occupational Therapy, upon hire and
  • Occupational Therapist: CA, upon hire and
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

  • one year of experience as an O.T.R. in physical disabilities setting, preferably in acute care or acute rehabilitation. and
  • Experience in physical disabilities setting, preferably in acute care or acute rehabilitation.

About Dignity Health

Dignity Health is a health care provider that operates hospitals and clinics in California, Arizona, and Nevada. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Dignity Health provides a range of services, including emergency care, cancer care, and women's health. The company has over 60,000 employees and is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to its patients.
Learn more about Dignity Health
Size
60,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1954
* Ladders Estimates

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