We’re working on behalf of a healthcare organization whose PACE (All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program provides seniors with the opportunity to continue living in their homes and in their communities. Their innovative and comprehensive range of medical services to participants is what ignites the organization’s passion to treat the whole person and not the symptoms. They employ a collaborative interdisciplinary team (IDT) approach to evaluate and guide participant care, which is key to organizational values, team culture, and mission.
We seek a California licensed candidates with two (2) or more years of occupational therapy experience in a clinical setting with a frail or elderly population for the role of Occupational Therapist. The person in this role will conduct Occupational Therapy assessments to define the Occupational Therapy care needs, preferences, and goals of the participants and actively participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings to develop participant care plans. She/he will deliver and document Occupational Therapy interventions in accordance with physician orders and/or as agreed upon in the participants’ care plans including but not limited to the use of devices, techniques, and activities to promote muscle re-education, perceptual-motor and cognitive function, balance, endurance, and other factors affecting the level of independence in performing ADLs. She/he will supervise the Therapy Assistants including providing training, instruction and guidance needed to implement Functional Maintenance Programs (FMP).
Candidates must have a degree in Occupational Therapy from an Accredited Program that meets AOTA & ACOTE standards. Must have two (2) years of occupational therapy experience in a clinical setting with a frail or elderly population. Must have two (2) years of supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members preferred Must have registration from National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
The role includes highly competitive compensation and Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision) as well as 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and sick time. 401 K savings match also offered. This is a great opportunity to join a an organization whose mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. For more information call 941.739.1400 or submit your resume by clicking on the button below that says "Apply Now."