University of California San Diego

Occupational Therapist, La Jolla Inpatient - 140112

Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program approved by relevant associations.
  • California-issued Occupational Therapist license required.
  • BART or BLS certification needed by hire date with a commitment to complete BART within six months.
  • Less than 2 years of hospital experience required for OT1; 2+ years for OT2.
  • Basic knowledge of documentation and patient care communication.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver occupational therapy services including evaluations and treatment for both routine and complex cases.
  • Complete necessary documentation to ensure accurate patient care records.
  • Communicate patient information effectively across care continuity.
  • Engage in training initiatives and contribute to program development efforts.
  • Serve as a department representative to both medical professionals and the broader community.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic acute care setting with potential outpatient growth.
  • Professional development through training and program involvement.
  • Comprehensive support through collaboration with a wider healthcare team.
  • Potential interactions with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
Full Job Description
Payroll Title:
OCCUPATIONAL THER 1 NEX Department:
Rehabilitation Services Hiring Pay Scale
$50.34 - $79.66/ Hour Worksite:
La Jolla Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
HX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8-Hour Shifts

#140112 Occupational Therapist, La Jolla Inpatient
Extended Deadline: Thu 7/23/2026
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DESCRIPTION

Responsible for occupational therapy patient service delivery, including evaluation and treatment of routine and complex patients, complete required documentation and communicates patient information across the continuum of care. Participates in training and program development and represents the department to the medical and general community. The position will be primarily be acute care with the opportunity for potential Outpatient with growth.

Depending on the experience and verified license of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the Occupational Therapist I or II or III level.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy approved by the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association, eligibility for registration by the National Registry of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
  • Occupational Therapist (OT) - issued by the state of California.
  • BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
  • Less than 2 years experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist in a hospital setting (OT1), more than 2 years experience (OT2).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Al least one (1)years of relevant experience.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
  • May flex and float between sites as needed.
Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $110,372 - $145,596 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $52.86 - $69.73

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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About University of California San Diego

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is a public research university in San Diego, California. Established in 1960 near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is the seventh-oldest of the 10 University of California campuses and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling approximately 38,325 students. UC San Diego is organized into six undergraduate residential colleges (Revelle, John Muir, Thurgood Marshall, Earl Warren, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sixth College) and five academic divisions (Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Jacobs School of Engineering, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences). The university operates 19 organized research units (ORUs), including the Center for Energy Research, Qualcomm Institute (a branch of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology), and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.
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