Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Description

Job Description

Grand Oaks Care Center , located in Tulare California is seeking qualified candidates for our  In-house Therapy Team as a Licensed Occupational Therapist.  We currently have available full time positions available. We are a recently acquired, 99 bed facility that strives to provide quality care to our short term and long term residents. We are located in a small, rural, close knit community.  This position is ideal for an individual looking for an opportunity to relocate and explore California.  We are in the heart of California and all of the adventures are just 2 hours away.  If you are compassionate, love making a difference, and enjoy your role as a Licensed Therapist then we invite you to consider us as your new employer.  We are looking for passionate individuals that will rise above to care for our elderly residents.  We welcome any new graduates, those located out of state looking for a change of scenery, as well as seasoned Licensed Therapists!

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement benefit 

Responsibilities:

• Treat patients as ordered by the Physician and adhere to facility documentation guidelines

• Record treatments given and progress notes in medical record

• Assist in maintaining department

• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences

• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area

• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.

• Participate in training programs for other staff in the facility

• Record treatment charges per the facility policy and procedures

• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program

Experience/Qualifications:

Licensed by Occupational Therapy Board of California (PTBC)

This position is open to therapists at all experience levels.

  Desired Skills:

• Exhibits a sincere desire to help patients and residents in their rehabilitation process

• Superior interpersonal communication skills

• Strong writing skills required for documentation of the care you provide

• Exhibits knowledge and understanding of therapy practice

• Possesses and conveys high degree of credibility and integrity

• Enjoys team cohesion, is a team player, has a positive attitude and a strong desire to make a constructive impact on organizational excellence

• Understands and accepts the unpredictable nature and needs of the therapy function in a busy rehab department