Sutter Health is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist for a job in Santa Cruz, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Occupational Therapist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Employment Type: Staff We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health Organization: SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Santa Cruz Position Overview: Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for the delivery of appropriate, adequate, effective, efficient direct patient care services assigned by the Primary Care Clinician and approved by the Clinical Manager. Responsibilities include implementation of the physician plan of care, obtaining physician orders, preparing aide plan of care, supervision of aides, and coordination of care within an interdisciplinary team and participating in effective utilization management and control of patient supplies. Consistently provides care based on the age-related needs of the unique population with consideration of their development/psychosocial needs, environmental safety, educational needs, communication style, and level of understanding. The Occupational Therapist is accountable to the Primary Care Clinician for ensuring that the plan of care is implemented following professional standards of care and agency specific protocols. May provide direction and clinical supervision to an Occupational Therapy Assistant. Job Description : EDUCATION Education Level: Master's Preferred Additional Requirements/Area of Study: Masters in Occupational Therapy LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS Occupational Therapist - OT Required Driver License, Valid and in State - DL NUMBER Required Automobile Insurance - INSURANCE Required BLS-Basic Life Support Required EXPERIENCE One year of professional experience required. Required One year of experience in a home health and/or hospice position preferred. Preferred Direct patient care experience within the past five years required. Required ? SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills: with legible handwriting for documentation of patient records in a clear and concise manner. Basic understanding of home care services, clinical standards of care and practice, Title XXII, Medicare Conditions of Participation, CHAP home health accreditation requirements, QI outcomes/benchmarking, infection control; good understanding of reimbursement patterns for Medicare and other payors; good working understanding of budget and other financial reports. Self-starter with a high degree of initiative, motivation, flexibility, energy and creativity. Ability to form harmonious working relationships with internal and external customers. Demonstrated leadership and negotiation skills and the ability to manage resources for patient care in a cost effective manner. Excellent collaborative and problem solving skills with customers and management. Ability to exercise independent sound judgment in planning and providing patient care. Demonstrated ability in physical, psychosocial, and environmental assessment skills and in implementing plan of treatment. Excellent organizational skills. Must be able to meet company productivity standards as indicated by organization and manager. Must be able to handle sensitive issues, conflict with or among others, respectively direct and reinforce staff efforts; effectively plan and organize and prioritize work, think critically to both effectively plan and organize department operations consistent with Sutter Care at Homes strategic and operating objectives and to effectively solve unique problems as they arise or identify when to consult supervisor. Must be able to deal with challenging work environment with time demands and occasional conflicting priorities. Maintain a positive and professional image and demonstrate self-directed learning to meet professional development and/or license requirements. Is responsible for maintaining all required licensure and certifications. At orientation and annually thereafter, must be able to meet Sutter Care at Home core competencies for position and area of specialty, as appropriate. Must have reliable transportation. LI-NT1 Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements: Rotating Weekends Benefits: Yes Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Number of Openings: 1 This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $48.88 to $64.81 / hour The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidates experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. Sutter Health Job ID R-69216. Posted job title: occupational therapist, home health About Sutter Health Headquartered in Sacramento, we provide coordinated care to more than 3 million Californians. Our integrated network has created a connected model of care that is delivering coordinated healthcare when, where and how people need it. 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