Sutter Health·Oakland, California
Evaluate patients to develop and implement individualized treatment plans aimed at restoring functional independence and quality of life. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based occupational therapy in an acute care environment.
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Join a collaborative rehabilitation team dedicated to helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life. As a Short Hour Occupational Therapist at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, you will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans that help patients restore essential daily living, vocational, and functional skills following illness, injury, or disability.
In this role, you'll build meaningful relationships with patients and their support systems through compassionate care, clinical expertise, and effective communication. Working alongside an interdisciplinary team, you'll play a key role in helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals while delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.
Evaluate patients and develop personalized treatment plans to improve functional independence and quality of life. Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions in a dynamic acute care environment. Partner with patients, families, physicians, and multidisciplinary team members to support optimal outcomes. Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed. Provide guidance and clinical supervision to therapy assistants and aides. Support the education and development of occupational therapy students as assigned. Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and quality standards while maintaining the highest level of patient care.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist who thrives in a team-oriented environment and is passionate about making a meaningful impact on patients' recovery journeys. At Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, you'll be part of a respected healthcare organization known for clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.
These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).
modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.
Graduate of accredited occupational therapy program.
2 years of recent relevant experience.
Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.
Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.
Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.
Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.
Shift Hours: 8
Weekly Hours: 16
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $61.91 to $86.67 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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