Occupational Therapist Part-time

Kern River Transitional Care

Bakersfield, CA, US
Base: $50.00 – $60.00 ph (boe); bonus/equity: not ...
Evaluate residents within 24 hours
Develop effective treatment plans
Supervise occupational therapy assistants
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents while communicating with families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members

Job Summary

  • The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents while communicating with families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
  • This position requires the ability to supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, aides, and students in accordance with state practice acts.
  • The role involves providing ongoing in-service education and training to facility staff to support resident outcomes and regulatory compliance.

Matching Summary

The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents while communicating with families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evaluate residents within 24 hours
  • Develop effective treatment plans
  • Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants
  • Maintain accurate documentation
  • Communicate with interdisciplinary team

Nice-to-have

  • Provide ongoing in-service education
  • Assist nursing department training
  • Facilitate discharge planning
  • Recommend durable medical equipment
  • Maintain positive professional relationships

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required
  • Current active California OT license
  • Skilled nursing or post-acute care experience preferred
  • Proficiency in electronic documentation systems
  • Ability to exert over 100 pounds of force occasionally

Work Rights

Not specified

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