Base: $50.00 – $60.00 ph (boe); bonus/equity: not ...
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Evaluate residents within 24 hours
Develop effective treatment plans
Supervise occupational therapy assistants
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Kern River Transitional Care is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist in Bakersfield, CA, to evaluate and treat residents while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Occupational Therapy and a current California license, with experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care preferred.
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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
Match Score: 75
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Kern River Transitional Care is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist in Bakersfield, CA, to evaluate and treat residents while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Occupational Therapy and a current California license, with experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care preferred.
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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
Skilled nursing experience preferred
Master's or Doctorate degree preferred
Positive relationships with families
Training Restorative Aides
Facilitate discharge planning
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required
Current active California OT license
Skilled nursing experience preferred
Proficiency in electronic documentation systems
Ability to exert over 100 pounds of force occasionally