Occupational Therapist - Physical Rehab Services - Hospital

Department

• Physical
• Rehab
• Services -
• Hospital
• Shift:
• Primarily
• Days (United
• States of
• America)
• Employee
• Type:
• Regular
• Per
• Diem
• Type (if applicable):
• Minimum
• Pay
• Range: $50.45 - $60.54

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Rehabilitation Services, the Occupational Therapist (OT) helps coordinate evaluation, treatment and clinical activities in the provision of occupational therapy so that effective and optimum quality of patient care is delivered. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Licensure/Certification: Graduation from a school of Occupational Therapy with a minimum of a B.S. or B.A. degree and successful completion of clinical internship requirements. Current California Occupational Therapist licensure required. Candidates who have applied for licensure and are legally authorized to practice under supervision (e.g., limited permit or license-pending status) may be considered. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Masters degree preferred.

Knowledge

One year of professional experience as an Occupational Therapist preferred. Knowledge and understanding of Occupational therapy procedures and techniques required for providing routine inpatient, SNF and outpatient Occupational Therapy evaluations and treatments. Knowledge of infection control procedures. Knowledge of proper body mechanics.

Skills

Ability to follow directions accurately. Ability to establish effective relationships with patients and fellow employees. Ability to assume responsibility for updating skills as required by hospital policy. Ability to walk and stand for long periods, stoop and mechanically operate wheelchair accessories repetitively throughout the day and position/transfer dependent patients in and out of bed without assistance. A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY Marshall is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations. Quality Care Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy. Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas Marshall includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 111 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics, more than 190 affiliated physicians and providers, as well as a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership is governed by a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of Auxiliary members, adult and junior volunteers that lend their support.