Job Description
Job Description
****$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR FULL TIME POSTITION****
Wilshire Home Health currently has clinical openings for a Full-time Occupational Therapist in our San Luis Obispo & Northern Santa Barbara County service areas.
We offer independence and flexible schedules, competitive pay and mileage reimbursement.
Under the direction of the Director of Patient Care Services and/or the Rehabilitation Supervisor, the Occupational Therapist develops and implements a plan for providing rehabilitation home therapeutic treatment as well as education of patients, family members and significant others. This position also coordinates with other home health staff to provide an efficient integration of care.
Skills / Experience
- Patient Assessments by applying diagnostic procedures and developing /revising treatment plans.
- Treatment planning and therapeutic interventions.
- Working with an adult/geriatric population.
CORE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
- Develops the occupational therapy plan and provides skilled occupational therapy under plan.
- Performs direct therapy treatments based upon assessments and when, based upon the plan of treatment.
- Evaluates the patients' level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic procedures and helps develop or revise the physician's plan of treatment based upon scientific principles and in accordance with all registration definitions and commonly accepted professional standard of practice.
- Manages each visit efficiently in relation to the goals of the care plan.
- Demonstrates effective problem solving, good judgment, and confidential handling of sensitive information.
- Demonstrates accurate and timely documentation in accordance with established regulations.
- Adheres to applicable State and Federal regulations governing home health, and Agency policies and procedures.
- Communicates in a professional and courteous manner with patients/families, colleagues, and supervisors, along with having no serious patient complaints reported in the past year
Qualifications/Requirements
- Current registration as an Occupational Therapist from the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- A minimum of one year’s experience as an Occupational Therapist is required.
- Experience as an Occupational Therapist in home health is preferred.
- Current CPR card required.
Benefits (Full-time staff only)
- Stipend to offset cost of employee Medical, Dental and Vision costs.
- Other Section 125 Cafeteria Insurance Benefits.
- Life Insurance.
- 403(b) Savings Plan.
- Employee development program
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Work Location: Main office is in San Luis Obispo with satellite work stations in Santa Maria and Paso Robles
Company Description
For 75 years, Wilshire Health & Community Services has provided care and support that emphasizes clinical excellence, patient choice and an acknowledgement of the unique relationship we share with patients, their families and the community. As a mission driven, not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping people live a better life, our Home Health and Hospice agencies provide the highest quality care to people in our community, regardless of their ability to pay. Now is your chance to apply your passion to our mission.
Company Description
For 75 years, Wilshire Health & Community Services has provided care and support that emphasizes clinical excellence, patient choice and an acknowledgement of the unique relationship we share with patients, their families and the community. As a mission driven, not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping people live a better life, our Home Health and Hospice agencies provide the highest quality care to people in our community, regardless of their ability to pay. Now is your chance to apply your passion to our mission.
