Occupational Therapist

Job description

CA - Occupational Therapist
Facility Address: Chico, CA
Shift Information: Days, Full Time

SUMMARY:
     The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing evaluation and treatment upon physician referral to a patient population consisting of varying diagnosis.  The Occupational Therapist will assess, identify and treat all areas of deficits impacting self care, functional mobility, upper extremity function, behavior, cognition and perception and the ability to function in their life’s role.  The Occupational Therapist provides instruction and education to the patient/caregiver to promote the safe execution of the facilitatory techniques taught.  The Occupational Therapist supports and contributes to the service excellence mission of Enloe Medical Center and the HomeCare and Hospice Services Department. 
 
EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:
Required:
       One year experience in acute care, extended care, rehabilitation, mental health or out patient setting
 
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
Minimum:
       Current Occupational Therapy certification or be eligible for certification by the National Board of Certification of Occupational Therapy (Certification-eligible candidates must successfully complete the next available examination in order to continue employment.)
       Current CPR certification 

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:
       Must demonstrate technical competence, professional clinical judgment, communication skills and sensitivity for the patient and family. Clinical skills and knowledge to successfully achieve desired outcomes in assigned patients.  Ability to provide treatment to address the practical and realistic needs and goals of the patient.  Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

PATIENTS SERVED:
       This position is responsible for age-related, physiological, emotional and cognitive needs of the following age groups of patients:  Pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.

• One year experience in acute care, extended care, rehabilitation, mental health or out patient setting
• Current Occupational Therapy certification or be eligible for certification by the National Board of Certification of Occupational Therapy (Certification-eligible candidates must successfully complete the next available examination in order to continue employment.).
• provide treatment to address the practical and realistic needs and goals of the patient