Hand Therapist

General Information

Job Name Hand Therapist Department 7790500 - OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SFCHO Position type Full Time Workplace Fully On-Site Primary Location Oakland, CA, United States Job ID 5709

Description & Requirements

Job Description Hand therapist with California advanced practice licenses in hand therapy and physical agent modalities is required, Certified Hand Therapist is preferred.   

The Staff Occupational Therapist, the Occupational Therapist II, reports to the Clinical Supervisor, Occupational Therapy and provides both direct and indirect patient care services.  The O.T. II works primarily with adult and geriatric patients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, although pediatric and adolescent patients may also be treated.  Under general direction and upon receipt of written referrals, the Staff Therapist O.T. II plans and administers a full range of occupational therapy services for patients with a variety of physical and cognitive impairments and disabilities.  Services include patient evaluations using various physical, cognitive and visual/perceptual tests and measurements, establishment of therapeutic intervention goals and development of therapeutic intervention programs, and implementation of therapeutic intervention plans utilizing occupational therapy techniques.  The Staff Occupational Therapist maintains all applicable patient records related to the delivery of patient care services.  While performing job duties, the Staff O.T. may also supervise support personnel including Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and Rehabilitation Aides as well as O.T. and O.T.A. students.  The Staff O.T. actively participates in departmental and organizational programs, including performance improvement activities, clinical education programs, and inservices and staff development activities.

Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - Minimum of 12 months experience as a licensed therapist. - Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. - Ability to recognize signs of distress. - Possession of or proven eligibility for CPR certification. - Basic computer skills in word processing and on line communication. - Possession of good interpersonal, time management, problem solving and self-initiation skills. - This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Prior occupational therapy experience in an academic medical center environment. - Prior experience working on an interdisciplinary health provider team. - Possession of a graduate degree or certificate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited professional educational program. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS - Possession of or proven eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the Occupational Therapy Board of California. License / Certification Licensed Occupational Therapis About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. EEO Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code OCCUPATIONAL THER 2 EX (007924) Assignment Category Career IAP Level Staff Plan (target potential payout of $900, maximum of $1,800) Job Family Rehabilitation Campus 1 Benioff Children's Hospital Percentage (%) 100.00 Shift Length 8 hours Shift Type Day Bargaining Unit HX