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Occupational Therapist - Torrance PCO PT & OT Cl - Part Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
The Occupational Therapist will develop and implement occupational therapy services, including patient evaluation and treatment planning, in coordination with the interdisciplinary team to achieve effective patient outcomes. Key duties involve comprehensive patient care documentation, participation in care-related meetings, delegating tasks to support personnel, and maintaining productivity standards across various clinical settings.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Occupational Therapy program approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association and demonstrate knowledge of current practice in the field. Required credentials include an Occupational Therapist - OT license from the CA BOT and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, with specific requirements for Fire Life Safety Training if located in LA City.
professional certificateProblem ResolutionTreatment PlanningDelegationAcute CarePsychosocial AssessmentPerformance ImprovementPatient EvaluationInterdisciplinary TeamworkICUPatient Care DocumentationOutpatient RehabilitationProductivity MaintenanceCognitive AssessmentHand TherapyLymphedema ManagementFunctional Independence Promotion
Job description
To develop and implement occupational therapy services and direct patient care in coordination with the interdisciplinary team and in compliance with organizational goals and appropriate regulatory agencies. Under the supervision of the Chief of Occupational Therapy, provides occupational therapy care to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients with various diagnoses. Major duties include patient evaluation and treatment planning for effective patient outcomes, problem resolution, patient care documentation, attendance at patient care related meetings, the delegation of duties to support personnel, participation as a member of a team, maintenance of an appropriate level of productivity, participation in performance improvement activities. The Occupational Therapy Department is dedicated to providing comprehensive, evidence-based therapeutic services that promote functional independence, safety, and quality of life for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Services address physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and functional impairments across a broad range of diagnoses and clinical settings, including acute care, ICU, outpatient rehabilitation, hand therapy, lymphedema management, and psychiatry. The department operates within a collaborative interdisciplinary model, working closely with physicians, nursing, case management, and ancillary services to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care. Occupational Therapists are responsible for timely evaluation, development and implementation of individualized treatment plans, reassessment of patient progress, and effective discharge planning to support optimal functional outcomes. Therapists manage all aspects of occupational therapy intervention, including patient and family education, adaptive equipment recommendations, environmental modifications, and communication with the healthcare team. The department emphasizes accurate and timely documentation, productivity standards, regulatory compliance, and participation in patient care conferences and physician rounds to maintain continuity of care. Occupational Therapists are expected to demonstrate flexibility in scheduling, leadership in assigned rounds or clinics, and the ability to manage a full caseload efficiently. The department fosters professional growth through mentorship, competency validation, orientation of new staff, participation in performance improvement initiatives, and engagement in professional organizations such as AOTA and OTAC. The Occupational Therapy Department maintains a strong commitment to clinical excellence, teamwork, regulatory compliance, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement in the delivery of rehabilitative care services. Essential Duties: Upon referral of a patient to the Department, the therapist initiates care per policy evaluating and establishing a treatment plan. Employee manages all aspects of occupational therapy intervention. Employee consistently completes all required documentation as per departmental policy. Employee participates in clinic and rounds as patient care responsibilities allow.
Attends and contributes to patient care conferences, as listed above to provide continuity of care or if unable to attend provides written progress/plans for each patient to the rounds/clinic liaison in a timely manner.
For all patient serviced by discipline provides education and makes recommendation to other healthcare professionals on the team regarding discharge plans and/or modification to the plan.
Assumes responsibility as lead in assigned physician rounds/clinics and coordinates all aspects of communication to and from physician and therapist. Employee effectively manages a full patient caseload, which includes all aspects (i.e. patient care, documentation and communication, and assists in meeting departmental efficiency requirements).
Able to be flexible with last minute scheduling changes and prioritizing. Able to be lead OT, while still maintaining lead caseload.
Thorough organization of unscheduled non –productive time (i.e. Patient not available, outpatient cancellation, etc.), able to improve department efficiency (ie. Assists other staff, projects, other documentation), while still maintaining a full caseload. Employee exhibits skills to provide care in a variety of OT practice areas/settings (i.e. Acute, ICU, outpatient, hand, Lymphoma management, and Psychiatry). Employee assumes staffing of unit and patient care delivery as lead OT. After 6 months at USCUH, provides education for and evaluates performance of new staff members competencies or registry via orientation, check off. Demonstrates commitment to the profession as evidenced by membership in the AOTA/OTAC and attends a professional meeting. Demonstrates commitment to the profession as evidenced by membership in the AOTA/OTAC and attends a professional meeting. Employee assumes responsibility for a special project as assigned by Department Director or chief. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Req High School or equivalent Req Specialized/technical training Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association. Req Must demonstrate knowledge of current practice in the field of Occupational Therapy. Req Effective verbal and written communication skills, and mature and sound judgment.
Preferred Qualifications
Pref Experience in acute health care setting. Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Occupational Therapist - OT (CA BOT) If no certification upon hire, one must be obtained within 90 days of hire. *A Limited Permit status from CBOT is required for no longer than 90 days post-hire. Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) The hourly rate range for this position is $46.00 - $76.07. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. Notice of Non-discrimination Employment Equity Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report USC is a smoke-free environment Digital Accessibility If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$141648.htmld USC is a leading private research university located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles – a global center for arts, technology and international business. As the largest private employer in the city – responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region – we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Family - the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work. Application help If you need assistance during the application process, see our application help. (If you already work for USC, see Your USC career.) At any point you may also contact our HR Service Center for help at (213) 821-8100 or uschr@usc.edu. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit!
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