occupational therapist - , CA, United States - Institute on Aging

Institute on Aging , CA, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars.

Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the status-quo and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life.

With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission.

The Occupational Therapist will provide clinic support on a per diem basis, providing coverage for employees on vacation or sick leave, ensuring seamless operations during absences.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Evaluates the functional capabilities of all new participants on the functional evaluation form; makes regular progress notes; reevaluates all participants as necessary and records the reevaluations.
Establishes realistic treatment goals and sets up treatment plans for participants needing occupational therapy, including participants requiring swallowing assessment and treatment. Refers to other disciplines as indicated.
Instructs and supervises the OT assistant or rehab aide in carrying out regular treatments.
Instructs participant's relatives and attendants in relevant methods of care and treatment when necessary.
Acts as a consultant and advisor to staff, advising on transportation, transfer techniques and relevant methods of occupational therapy treatment.
Participates regularly in Intake and Assessment Team.
Keeps written records of rehabilitation equipment used at center and assumes responsibility for loaned equipment; sees that equipment is always in good condition.
Together with Clinical Services Manager, rehab supervisor, nurse and physical therapist, plans for and orders new equipment needed in the Center or the participant's home.
In conjunction with the physical therapist, is responsible for ordering, maintaining and name-labeling participants' mobility aids and other assistive devices.
Performs occupational therapy evaluations and treatments in the day center, at clients' homes, and in contracted facilities as needed.
Provides evening and weekend on-call coverage on a rotational basis.
Fulfills all the administrative requirements, including keeping of statistical records using computerized system, participant records, reports, attendance at staff meetings, etc.
Actively participates in and encourages actions that promote good public relations with participants, their families and friends, visitors and the community.
All other reasonably related jobs as assigned.

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy training program.
Holder of current license from the California Board of Occupational Therapy.
State certification in swallowing evaluation and treatment and in physical agent modalities preferred.
Membership in Occupational Therapy Association and American Occupational Therapy Association preferred.
Current recertification by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy preferred.
Interest in, demonstrated ability and experience in working with frail elders.
Flexibility, initiative, imagination and resourcefulness.
Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
Computer literacy preferred.
Language capability - Spanish or Chinese preferred.
Interest and willingness to work in a multilingual, multicultural environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver, and reposition 35 lbs.
Ability to reach, bend and walk

COMPENSATION

Range: $ USD Hourly

This amount is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education and other factors.

This range does not include any additional equity, benefits, or other non-monetary compensation which may be included.

We encourage you to learn more about IOA by visiting us here.

IOA reserves the right to adjust work hours or duties when appropriate.

Institute on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Institute on Aging is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and providing equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neuro-diversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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