Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist at Adult Day Health Care CenterWe are looking for a part-time licensed occupational therapist to work in community-based geriatric healthcare (Adult Day Health Care also known as CBAS) in West Covina area.Position Overview2 days a week, 4 morning hours per day. Schedule is flexible.Our company provides physical and occupational therapy to low-income, frail elderly clients who live in the community, to prevent them from further deterioration that leads to hospital and nursing home admission.Therapists will be working with registered nurses and social workers as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a creative, caring, laid-back environment.The work is not physically demanding (i.e. no max assist transfer patients) and you are not under pressure to meet a daily patient quota.ResponsibilitiesConsulting with patients to learn about their physical condition.Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results.Developing treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques.Creating personalized fitness-oriented health care programs for patients.Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility.Advising patients on exercise techniques.RequirementsCompliant with state regulatory requirements.A valid license to practice physical therapy.Excellent interpersonal communication skills.Compassionate and attentive to detail.Possess up-to-date knowledge of treatment practices.Ability to solve problems independently.Excellent analytical and logical thinking.