Occupational Therapy II (Hand Therapy) - Per-diem

Organization:

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Davies

Position Overview:

Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that help build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills, as well as general independence, to persons with upper extremity injuries or dysfunction. Design and fabricate custom orthoses for various upper extremity conditions to protect affected structures, to prevent development of contractures, and to improve function. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Provides clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.

Job Description:

EDUCATION

Other: Graduate of accredited occupational therapy program.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

OT-Occupational Therapist

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

California Advanced Certification in Hand Therapy and Physical Agent Modalities

EXPERIENCE

2 years experience as Occupational Therapist.


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.

Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.

Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.

Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.

Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.

Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.

Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Custom orthosis fabrication skills.

License/Certifications:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association, OT-Occupational Therapist - California Department of Consumer Affairs

Education:

Bachelor's: Occupational Therapy

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

1

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Number of Openings:

0

Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

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