- Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and in initial, semi-annual, unscheduled, and annual assessments; attend morning updates and report changes in participants' baseline status to appropriate staff daily.
- Involved in the development and implementation of QAPI activities.
- Perform intake screenings as assigned and make appropriate recommendations.
- Conduct an initial comprehensive assessment in person, at appropriate intervals, and on at least an annual basis develop a plan of care for participants on site and in hospital, nursing facility, and assisted living facility; evaluations include, but are not limited to: functional status; physical status; activities of daily living (ADL) status; cognitive functioning; visual-perceptual status; feeding skills; cooking skills; bed mobility; wheelchair needs; and home safety evaluations.
- Provide treatment as indicated.
- Demonstrate an ability to utilize appropriate safety measures when providing care.
- Develop, instruct, and supervise other staff and/or family members on therapy program to be carried out by individuals other than occupational therapist.
- When appropriate, delegate oversight of OT interventions and activities, as determined by IDT on plan of care, to restorative aide in a timely manner.
- Assess durable medical equipment needs for participants. Receive team approval prior to purchase of equipment. Order and follow-up with durable medical equipment (DME) purchases.
- Educate staff, participants, and family on services available through occupational therapy staff.
- Train and supervise restorative aides on site, including all areas of performance consistent with departmental policies; report as required to supervisor regarding these issues.
- Provide training regarding body mechanics.
- Communicate observed staffing needs/changes and further program development needs to supervisor.
- Review restorative care plans monthly.
- Consult with activities department as requested regarding activity adaptations.
- Develop special programs according to participant needs.
- Complete documentation/reports as required.
- Adjust schedules as needed to meet the needs of PACE program participants.
- Maintain confidentiality of participant information.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-services, projects, and committees as assigned.
- Adhere to and support the center's policies, practices, and procedures.
- Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner and perform all other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Be flexible in schedule of hours worked.
- May require use of personal vehicle.
- Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population; appropriate clinical placement experience may be substituted.
- Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position.
- Ability to function independently and to work effectively and in a collegial manner with all members of the interdisciplinary team, co-workers, and department heads.
- Ability to relate to the public and governmental agencies in a pleasant, patient, and professional manner.
- Well organized, dependable, flexible, and resourceful.
- Must have excellent communication skills.
- Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
- Current OT license with state of California.
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Description
Gary and Mary West PACE is a growing and thriving all inclusive day center for the fragile elderly.
We are located in San Marcos, CA.
We offer several benefit plans to chose from and also have a great 403B program.
Come work for a company with a wonderful worklife balance.
Why Work for Gary and Mary West PACE?
Because you desire work/life balance and have a passion to make a difference in the lives of North County seniors and their families
You will receive generous pay and a benefits program focused on your health and wellness that includes 10 paid holidays, 3 weeks of PTO, a 5% employer-match to our 403b retirement program, and no on-call time.
Because we encourage professional development and support all staff to expand their skillset, providing an annual education allowance.
You will be part of a distinct company culture where work feels like family and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team environment where you are appreciated and valued.
Come do your best work where your contribution matters
About PACE:
Philanthropists Gary and Mary West founded West Health with the mission of enabling seniors to successfully age in place with access to high-quality, affordable health and support services that preserve and protect their dignity, quality of life, and independence. The Gary and Mary West PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly), affiliated with West Health ), is a new non-profit that delivers medical, social, and behavioral services to the frail elderly to the North County of San Diego. This PACE center will be entrepreneurial in nature and will focus on innovations and bringing new processes to the traditional PACE environment.
We're looking for passionate healthcare providers who want to be part of a team dedicated to enable seniors to live in their communities as independently as possible by providing compassionate, comprehensive health and supportive care.
One Team One Mission
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Medical Director, provides occupational therapy services to the participants of PACE program.
Essential Job Functions:
Experience;
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education and Certification:
Job offers are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug screen, background check, and health screen. COVID-19 vaccination required. Must have a valid Driver License and proof of auto insurance. COVID-19 vaccination is required.
Gary and Mary West PACE provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, military and veteran status, age, physical and mental disability, genetic characteristics, gender, gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation or any other considerations made unlawful by applicable state or local laws.
