Occupational Therapist II, Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation, Per Diem

Occupational Therapist Per Diem

As a valued member of our interdisciplinary rehabilitation team at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, you'll play a vital role in helping patients regain independence and improve quality of life. You'll work with individuals recovering from stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, complex orthopedic procedures, and other medically challenging conditions that impact daily function. In this per diem role, you'll assess patient needs and design personalized treatment plans that restore essential life skillsfrom self-care and mobility to vocational and homemaking abilities. Through compassionate care, skilled observation, and clear communication, you'll build trust with patients, families, and fellow healthcare professionals. You'll ensure compliance with all regulatory standards while maintaining a safe, respectful environment. Additionally, you'll provide clinical supervision to therapy assistants and aides, and may serve as a mentor to students during clinical rotations.

Education: Graduate of accredited occupational therapy program.

Certification & Licensure: OT-Occupational Therapist OR OLP-Occupational Limited Permit BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Department Specific Licensures & Certifications: Department: Home Health - DL-Valid Drivers License

Typical Experience: 2 years of recent relevant experience. Skills and Knowledge: Critical thinking, complex problem 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.

Job Shift: Days

Schedule: Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours: 8

Days of the Week: Monday, Variable

Weekend Requirements: Saturday

Pay Range is $61.92 to $77.39 / hour. The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.