Enloe Health·Chico, California
The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation and treatment based on physician referral for patients with varying diagnoses. This involves assessing and treating deficits impacting self-care, functional mobility, upper extremity function, behavior, cognition, perception, and life role ability.
$53.05 - $71.62
Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience
Enloe Health is a Level II Trauma Center located in beautiful Northern California. We offer a full array of medical services, and our mission is to elevate the health of the communities we serve. As a Planetree organization, we place high value on hiring the right team to care for our patients and their families—care that is steeped in compassion, human connection, and mutual support. If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through empathetic, person-centered care, and thrive in a culture that values collaboration and purpose, we welcome you to join our team.
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing evaluation and treatment upon physician referral to a patient population consisting of varying diagnosis. The Occupational Therapist will assess, identify and treat all areas of deficits impacting self care, functional mobility, upper extremity function, behavior, cognition and perception and the ability to function in their life’s role. The Occupational Therapist provides instruction and education to the patient/caregiver to promote the safe execution of the facilitatory techniques taught.
Desired: One year experience in acute care, extended care, rehabilitation, mental health or outpatient setting
Current Occupational Therapy license from the State of California or has been granted a limited permit from the State of California
Current CPR recognition
Must demonstrate technical competence, professional clinical judgment, communication skills and sensitivity for the patient and family. Clinical skills and knowledge to successfully achieve desired outcomes in assigned patients. Ability to provide treatment to address the practical and realistic needs and goals of the patient. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.
Benefits: Information
Please visit the employee benefits page at http://www.enloe.org/benefits [http://www.enloe.org/benefits] to get more in-depth benefits and coverage information or email recruiter@enloe.org [recruiter@enloe.org] to receive a full summary of benefits.
A minimum requirement is holding a current Occupational Therapy license or limited permit from the State of California and current CPR recognition. Desirably, candidates should possess one year of experience in acute care, extended care, rehabilitation, mental health, or an outpatient setting.
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