Hand Therapist

Hand therapist with California advanced practice licenses in hand therapy and physical agent modalities is required, Certified Hand Therapist is preferred.

The Staff Occupational Therapist, the Occupational Therapist II, reports to the Clinical Supervisor, Occupational Therapy and provides both direct and indirect patient care services. The O.T. II works primarily with adult and geriatric patients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, although pediatric and adolescent patients may also be treated. Under general direction and upon receipt of written referrals, the Staff Therapist O.T. II plans and administers a full range of occupational therapy services for patients with a variety of physical and cognitive impairments and disabilities. Services include patient evaluations using various physical, cognitive and visual/perceptual tests and measurements, establishment of therapeutic intervention goals and development of therapeutic intervention programs, and implementation of therapeutic intervention plans utilizing occupational therapy techniques. The Staff Occupational Therapist maintains all applicable patient records related to the delivery of patient care services. While performing job duties, the Staff O.T. may also supervise support personnel including Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and Rehabilitation Aides as well as O.T. and O.T.A. students. The Staff O.T. actively participates in departmental and organizational programs, including performance improvement activities, clinical education programs, and inservices and staff development activities.

Responsibilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Title: Clinical Positions

Physical Job Requirements

Job Code: Various

Department: Rehab Services

Never

Occasional

1%- - 33%

Frequent 34%-66% Continuous 67%-100%

Never

Occasional 1-33%

Frequent 34%-66%

Continuous 67%-100%

Activity

Activity

Body Positions

Sitting x

Pull

Pulling 0-20 lbs.

x

Standing

x

Pulling 21-30 lbs.

x

Walking

x

Pulling 31-60 lbs.

x

Squatting

x

Pulling over 60 lbs.

x

Bending

x

Hand/Arm

Fine finger manipulation

x

Waist Twisting

x

Gross manipulation

x

Kneeling

x

Simple grasp

x

Crawling (Pediatrics)

x

Power grasp

x

Climbing

Climbing stairs

x

Repetitive hand/arm use

x

Climbing ladders

x

Exposures

Loud noise

x

Other: ____________________ Background noise

x

Reaching

Reaching Overhead

x

Dim or bright lighting

x

Reaching shoulder height

x

Dust, fumes or gases

x

Reaching below shoulder height

x

Chemicals or toxic substances

x

Lifting

Lifting 0-20 lbs.

x

Latex

x

Lifting 21- 30 lbs.

x

Radiation

x

Lifting 31-60 lbs.

x

Combative patients

x

Lifting over 60 lbs.

x

Other

Ability to differentiate color

x

Lifting up to _0-10_ lbs. overhead

x

Verbal communication

x

Lifting up to_0-50_ lbs. above waist

x

Operating motor vehicles

x

Lifting up to _0>60 lbs. below waist

x

Use of protective equipment

x

Carrying

Carrying 0-20 lbs.

x

Other:_________________

Carrying 21- 30 lbs.

x

Carrying 31-60 lbs.

x

Carrying over 60 lbs.

x

Push

Pushing 0-20 lbs.

x

Pushing 21-30 lbs.

x

Pushing 31-60 lbs.

x

Pushing over 60 lbs.

x

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 12 months experience as a licensed therapist.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to recognize signs of distress.
• Possession of or proven eligibility for CPR certification.
• Basic computer skills in word processing and on line communication.
• Possession of good interpersonal, time management, problem solving and self-initiation skills.
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior occupational therapy experience in an academic medical center environment.
• Prior experience working on an interdisciplinary health provider team.
• Possession of a graduate degree or certificate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited professional educational program.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Possession of or proven eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist by the Occupational Therapy Board of California.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

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