Occupational Therapist I

Occupational Therapist I

St Johns Hospital Camarillo, Camarillo, California

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Occupational Therapist I to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for working with patients to help them develop recover or maintain their ability to perform daily living and work activities. The Occupational Therapist I will work in collaboration with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans for patients with physical mental or emotional challenges.

• Work with physicians physical therapists speech therapists and others to evaluate new patients and recommend a plan of care.
• Provide treatments to patients focusing on increasing range of motion strengthening and maintaining balance during daily activities
• Recommend adaptive equipment and customize it as needed
• Perform re-evaluation assessments to update progress status changes etc.
• Document all evaluations treatments and any changes to the treatment plan
• Seek help when needed; provide support when others request it - this can include assistance with tasks advice mentoring or help to obtain additional specialty certifications if you're interested.
• Maintain a friendly and upbeat attitude to motivate our patients to do their best.

This position is represented by SEIU UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

• Must possess or be eligible to possess a current California license in Occupational Therapy (RG OT)
• Current AHA CPR certification (CT CPRBLS)

Special Skills:

• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates competent working knowledge of standard occupational therapy practices procedures and equipment utilized in the Department.
• Ability to interface with physicians and communicate verbally and in writing a patient's deficits and need for OT services.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.