Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:

Westwood Post Acute as CMS 5-Star Rated for Quality of Resident Care US News Best Nursing Home 2022-2023 Long Term Care is located close to the cities of Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, and Milpitas. We're known to be one of the largest facilities in the Bay Area with a 258-bed capacity, making us home to top-rated healthcare professionals throughout the City of San Jose. 

Location: 1601 Petersen Ave, San Jose, CA 95129

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Our Team:

Our dedicated and professional staff possesses the strengths and talents necessary to deliver the highest quality of care consistently. Whether our residents are recovering after a hospital stay or require ongoing medical support, Westwood Post-Acute is devoted to helping them achieve their personal health and wellness goals.

Position Overview:

The Occupational Therapist (OT) role provides and directs all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organizations guidelines, professional standards and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current prospective patients, to all internal and external customers. Participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify patients' strengths, limitations, and goals.

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on the patient's needs and goals.

• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.

• Educate patients and their families on adaptive techniques and strategies for independent living.

• Document patients' progress and update treatment plans as needed

• Stay current with advances in occupational therapy by attending professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Newly licensed OT/new OT graduates are welcome.

• Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care experience is a plus.

• Previous experience as an Occupational Therapist (OT) is a plus.

• A valid and active California license to practice Occupational Therapy is required.

• BLS Certifications are required.

What We Offer (Full-Time):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.

• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.

• Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.

• 401(k) retirement savings.

• Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Paid orientation and training programs.

• Bonus**

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Recruiter: Charmaine Dalmacio Paña

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Schedule: Open to Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN/Per-Diem.