What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Acute Care position at UCLA Health System?
Description At UCLA Health, our comprehensive team of highly skilled and compassionate rehab professionals is giving new life to thousands of people every year. We do it by transforming our passion for life into leading-edge rehab advancements and achievements. Join us and make a vital contribution to others’ lives.
In this role, you'll be responsible for evaluation and treatment of patients on the occupational therapy caseload in the hospital setting. Major duties include: patient evaluation, patient treatment, meeting documentation requirements, and maintaining expected productivity levels.
Salary Range: $56.18-$73.99 Hourly
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Current and active California Occupational Therapist (OT) license Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program Ability to work effectively as a collaborative team member, including sharing knowledge, providing and receiving constructive feedback, taking initiative to support colleagues, contributing to problem-solving efforts, and fostering a positive learning environment Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members
Preferred Qualifications
Acute care experience preferred
Additional Information
Candidates with more than two (2) years of relevant occupational therapy experience may qualify for the Occupational Therapist II (OT II) title. $56.18-60.47 Hourly 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Monday, Friday, and Saturday, and 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday.
Salary : $56 - $74