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Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Bakersfield, CA | Full Time
$96k-114k (estimate)
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Certified Occupational Therapist
$96k-114k (estimate)
Full Time
3 Weeks Ago
Compassionate Care Home Health Agency is Hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Near Bakersfield, CA
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Are you looking for a place where you can make a genuine difference in people’s lives?
Search no further!
Compassionate Care Home Health Agency has five office locations (Fresno, Visalia, Modesto, Merced, and Bakersfield) and services eight counties throughout the Central Valley (Stanislaus, Mariposa, Merced, Madera, Fresno, Tulare, Kings, and Kern) - and we’re growing fast! Our top priority is maintaining our culture of respect and love for our patients and team, alike. Our commitment to our core values allows us to be a provider and employer of choice. We understand that our employees are key to providing quality care and are our most important resource.
We actively seek career-oriented individuals, to whom we offer job security and upward mobility when appropriate - based on merit and performance. We proudly employ an accomplished team of professionals and our team is as diverse as the communities we serve, representing different ethnicities, religions, ages, national origins, and sexual orientations.
Join us today and grow with us!
We are currently seeking to fill the Certified Occupational Therapist Position in Kern County and All Surrounding Areas.
-Compensation:
-Hourly rate range: $55-$65 (negotiable: based on experience, skill level, availability, etc).
-Salary option available, as well.
-Opportunity to accumulate overtime.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement. Any direct patient care provided will be performed as defined by the state Occupational Therapy Practice Act.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Evaluates the patient's functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
- For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.
- Develops a treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physicians and other Organization professionals.
- May teach new skills or re- train patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.
- May fabricate splints and instruct patients in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
- May train patients in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
- Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient's condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.
- Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient's care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
- Amends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.
- Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.
- Instructs the patient's family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in the patient's treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.
- Supervises certified occupational therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
- When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
- Participates in discharge planning for patients.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major dues and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Possess and maintain current CPR Certification.
- Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
Employees and patients are equally precious to us. Your happiness is our happiness - we offer you the following benefits for any full time position:
●Dynamic, fun, team-oriented work environment
●Unparalleled company culture
●Local company with soul
●Countless growth and development opportunities
● Flexible Schedules
● Medical, dental and vision insurance
● Mileage Reimbursement at current Federal rate
● Gas reimbursement for those in company cars
● PTO
● Paid Holidays
● Paid Sick Days
● 401K
● And so much more!
Compassionate Care was established in 2003 in Fresno County and has grown into Central California's most trusted home health agency. Compassionate Care provides in-home medical, rehabilitative, and support services by seasoned professionals with comprehensive clinical training and robust hospitality experience.
CompassionateCare.com
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$96k-114k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/31/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/30/2024
WEBSITE
cchha.com
HEADQUARTERS
Fresno, CA
SIZE
<25
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