Occupational Therapist Part-time

Kern River Transitional Care

Bakersfield, CA, US
Base: $50.00 – $60.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Part-time onsite
Evaluate and treat residents
Develop effective treatment plans
Provide occupational therapy treatments
Kern River Transitional Care is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat residents, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team while ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and California licensure, with preferred experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care

Job Summary

  • The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members, and maintains accurate documentation of therapy services in the medical record.
  • The Occupational Therapist also provides ongoing in-service education and training to facility staff to support resident outcomes and regulatory compliance.
  • The essential functions of this position require the ability to stand and/or walk very frequently, reach with hands and arms frequently, push and pull very frequently, and talk and hear very frequently.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Kern River Transitional Care is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat residents, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team while ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and California licensure, with preferred experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care.

Salary

Base: $50.00 – $60.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • evaluate and treat residents
  • develop effective treatment plans
  • provide occupational therapy treatments
  • supervise COTAs, aides, and students
  • maintain accurate documentation

Nice-to-have

  • support resident outcomes
  • regulatory compliance
  • positive and effective relationships

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy required
  • Current, active Occupational Therapist license in California
  • Meet all continuing education requirements
  • Maintain license in good standing

Work Rights

Not specified

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