The OT 2 works as a journey-level therapist and is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and implementing Occupational Therapy services to patients as assigned by the Occupational Therapy supervisor. The OT 2 has experienced a variety of clinical settings and successfully demonstrated experience related to the ability to function with less direction.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Plan, evaluate and implement Occupational Therapy programs for patients with complex problems
• Demonstrate independent judgment related to documentation and patient-related treatment issues
• Act as a resource person and provide clinical direction to entry-level Occupational Therapists
• Assist in the orientation of staff
• Participate in training programs

Apply By Date

(April 4 at 11:59 pm)

Minimum Qualifications

• California Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Must possess a minimum of a Baccalaureate degree in Occupational Therapy
• Must have several years of clinical experience in the field of Occupational Therapy
• Must possess and maintain CPR certification (American Heart Association or on-site through UC Davis Health)
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills of occupational therapy theory and practices as evidenced by several years of clinical experience
• Ability to communicate ideas and relate well with staff and patients to work as a team member
• Willingness to assist other staff members with their caseloads
• Professional competency in occupational therapy evaluation techniques, such as range of motion testing, muscle testing, cognitive/ perceptual testing, activities of daily living evaluation, sensory testing, and use of standardized testing of upper extremity function
• Professional competency in occupational therapy treatment modalities including activities of daily living and transfer training, strengthening, coordination, balance, range of motion, perceptual/cognitive skills training, wheelchair prescription, fabrication of splints, and adapted devices
• Ability to establish and maintain good rapport with patients and their families
• Ability to train family in follow-through for home therapy programs; home visiting as necessary
• Ability to communicate clearly on a professional basis with physicians and work cooperatively with a variety of healthcare professionals
• Knowledge of requirements in processing for third-party payors
• Ability to write progress notes, discharge plans, and other written reports as requested
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate the scheduling of patients in assigned areas of responsibility
• Ability to organize time
• Ability to be flexible and cooperative
• Ability to work occasional overtime
• Ability to verbally communicate pertinent information and knowledge of the profession for training and educating other hospital service personnel
• Ability to organize training material
• Skill in organizing written material
• Knowledge of appropriate information required for patient and supply record keeping.
• Must be able to perform all responsibilities of a licensed occupational therapist as required and assigned by leadership
• Must see well enough to observe patient reactions and read relevant monitors, relevant device settings, and relevant written information such as the patient's medical record
• Must hear and speak well enough to communicate with patients and staff throughout the day
• Must possess the physical strength to assist with patient mobility
• Must possess sufficient mobility to traverse the distances required to serve patients throughout the institution
• Must have basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• AOTA clinical educator certification or willingness to obtain.

Department Description

The primary purpose of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is to provide a full range of rehabilitation services designed to restore patients to their optimal functional capacity.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $65.22
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 169
• Payroll Title: OCCUPATIONAL THER 2 PD
• Number of Positions:
• Appointment Type: Per Diem
• Percentage of Time: 20%
• Shift Hours: Variable (8 hours)
• Location: UCD Joint Venture Rehab Hospital, Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: Yes - HX - Residual Health Care Prof
• Benefits Eligible: No
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as determined by the department.

Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks, and drug screen.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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