Occupational Therapist Salary in San Diego, CA

To assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists.Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensedOccupational Therapist.• Communicates with patient, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional association.• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification,regulatory, reimbursement requirements.• Supports and participates in department operations and development.• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.• Meets or exceeds the productivity standards as established with Supervisor.• Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients, and others at all times.• Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary communication.• Attends required meetings as designed by the Director of Rehab and/or Supervisor.• Effectively communicates with therapists concerning patients' response to treatment plan.• Provides constructive feedback to rehab aides.• Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.• Maintains awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.Associate Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program. • One or more years of experience as COTA preferred.

University Care Center is looking for COTA - Certified Therapy Assistant to join our incredible rehab team. We are a skilled nursing and rehab facility located in San Diego.Patients are seen one-on-one up to an hour each. It is one of the reasons why we have such low turnover rate at UCC!**We are looking for a COTA available part time/per diem**Rehab Optima/NetHealth expierience is a plus!**SNF experience is a plus!Shift time: AM Weekday ShiftJob Duties: provide treatments, discuss barriers with Rehab Team, reach maximum potential and with functional mobility, etc.COMPETITIVE PAY.We will text you to schedule an interview!We are located at:University Care Center - 5602 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105 (Located between 58th/54th: El Cerrito Area)***We are an equal opportunity employer***

HoursShift Start Time:7:30 AMShift End Time:6 PMAdditional Shift Information:Weekend Requirements:As NeededOn-Call Required:NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):$46.755 - $60.329 - $73.903The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position.? The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices. What You Will DoEvaluates, plans, directs and administers occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department, and participates in CQI activities.Required QualificationsCalifornia Occupational Therapist license - CA Board of Occupational Therapy -REQUIREDAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIREDPreferred QualificationsOther : Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a certificate in Occupational Therapy. Experience in all aspects of occupational therapy. Other Qualification RequirementsCCS Paneling is required for Therapists functioning in a CCS-designated NICU. Paneling is required within 6 months of hire. CCS paneled staff will review and supervise services provided by non-paneled personnel as required by licensure and CCS guidelines in NICU.Essential FunctionsDepartment development Actively participates in departmental goals and the advancement of department initiatives. Collaborates with leadership in clinical and operational projects.Participates in departmental activities, such as CQI, staff meetings, and chart review.Participates in committees and system wide activities when requested as departmental representative.Documentation Documentation is completed in a timely, complete, legible, concise and accurate manner.Documentation follows Sharp HealthCare guidelines, professional guidelines, and meets third-party payor and regulatory requirements.Maintains records pertinent to departmental operations.Completes all documentation elements as appropriate (Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, Education record, billing, discharge plan, and others).Operational efficiency Communicates patient care and departmental issues.Accepts changes and demonstrates flexibility when asked regarding work schedules and assignments.Completes additional assignments in a timely mannerOffers suggestions for resolving operational issues within the department.Provides unit specific information to students, floats, and travelers/registry personnel.Maintains departmental cleanliness and safety.Sets priorities and adjusts to unscheduled situations. Takes initiative in using time effectively.Completes all regulatory requirements.Meets productivity standards established by department leadership .Participates in UR/QA chart review and activities.Patient care Evaluates and treats patients within the scope of care in a manner that is cost-effective and appropriate to the patient's diagnosis, age and culture.Assesses patient pain that interferes with optimal level of function or participation in treatment; and provides intervention.Performs an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provides and reassesses as per policy.Evaluates patient outcomes and effectiveness of patient care measures, reporting to management or physician any significant changes and/or abnormal findings. Utilizes interdisciplinary team conference to communicate pertinent patient-related problems. When necessary, initiates discussion with other team members to provide more comprehensive care and/or to problem-solve.Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.Demonstrates knowledge and safe use of modalities, equipment and therapeutic procedures.Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed.Completes development plan and performance is satisfactory.Participates in weekly team meetings and discharge meetings.Completes development of discharge plans and goals that provide for the continuation of the patient's well-being while on service and upon completion of service.Collaborates with Case Manager for referrals/transition of therapy needs with the local CCS Medical Therapy Program/Units for infants being discharged.Participates in interdisciplinary rounds, staffing and/or patient conferences as required at the various levels of care. If functioning in NICU, therapist will participate in weekly interdisciplinary rounds. For CCS Paneled Therapists only: The therapist makes recommendations for appropriate outpatient services. With a physician order the therapist may assist with the referral to outpatient therapy for those patients going to CCS Medical Therapy Units or other facilities for treatment.Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected classAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; California Occupational Therapist license - CA Board of Occupational Therapy; Other

HoursShift Start Time:8:30 AMShift End Time:5 PMAdditional Shift Information:Weekend Requirements:No WeekendsOn-Call Required:NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):$45.812 - $59.112 - $72.412The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position.? The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices. What You Will DoEvaluates plans, directs and administers occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, and instructs parents and caregivers in recommended therapy interventions to promote optimal developmental functioning. Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department, and participates in CQI activities.Required QualificationsOther : Graduate of an approved professional school of Occupational Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university. 2 Years experience in all aspects of occupational therapy. California Occupational Therapist license - CA Board of Occupational Therapy -REQUIREDAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIREDOther Qualification RequirementsCCS Paneling is required for Therapists functioning in a CCS-designated NICU. Paneling is required within 6 months of hire. CCS paneled staff will review and supervise services provided by non-paneled personnel as required by licensure and CCS guidelines in NICU.Essential FunctionsDepartment development Actively participates in departmental goals and the advancement of department initiatives. Collaborates with leadership in clinical and operational projects.Participates in departmental activities, such as CQI, staff meetings, and chart review.Participates in committees and system wide activities when requested as departmental representative.Documentation Documentation is completed in a timely, complete, legible, concise and accurate manner.Documentation follows Sharp HealthCare guidelines, professional guidelines, and meets third-party payor and regulatory requirements.Maintains records pertinent to departmental operations.Completes all documentation elements as appropriate (Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, Education record, billing, discharge plan, and others).Operational efficiency Communicates patient care and departmental issues.Accepts changes and demonstrates flexibility when asked regarding work schedules and assignments.Completes additional assignments in a timely manner.Offers suggestions for resolving operational issues within the department.Provides unit specific information to students, floats, and travelers/registry personnel.Maintains departmental cleanliness and safety.Sets priorities and adjusts to unscheduled situations. Takes initiative in using time effectively. Completes all regulatory requirements. Meets productivity standards established by department leadership.Participates in UR/QA chart review and activities.Patient care Evaluates and treats patients within the scope of care in a manner that is cost-effective and appropriate to the patient's diagnosis, age and culture.Assesses patient pain that interferes with optimal level of function or participation in treatment; and provides intervention.Performs an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provides and reassesses as per policy.Evaluates patient outcomes and effectiveness of patient care measures, reporting to management or physician any significant changes and/or abnormal findings. Utilizes interdisciplinary team conference to communicate pertinent patient-related problems. When necessary, initiates discussion with other team members to provide more comprehensive care and/or to problem-solve.Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.Demonstrates knowledge and safe use of modalities, equipment and therapeutic procedures.Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed.Completes development plan and performance is satisfactory.Participates in weekly team meetings and discharge meetings.Completes development of discharge plans and goals that provide for the continuation of the patient's well-being while on service and upon completion of service.Collaborates with Case Manager for referrals/transition of therapy needs with the local CCS Medical Therapy Program/Units for infants being discharged.Participates in interdisciplinary rounds, staffing and/or patient conferences as required at the various levels of care. If functioning in NICU, therapist will participate in weekly interdisciplinary rounds. For CCS Paneled Therapists only: The therapist makes recommendations for appropriate outpatient services. With a physician order the therapist may assist with the referral to outpatient therapy for those patients going to CCS Medical Therapy Units or other facilities for treatment.Clinical resource Serves as clinical resource and contributes to professional development/education of staff members, other professionals and/or general public and provides training for staff in area(s) of expertise.Is consulted as a representative of his/her profession.Identifies pertinent clinical issues requiring education and participates in implementation of educational plan.Shares ideas therapeutic principles.Provides in-service/education program or training.Participates in preceptor program.Presents/publishes clinical information.Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected classAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; Other; California Occupational Therapist license - CA Board of Occupational Therapy

HoursShift Start Time:7:30 AMShift End Time:6 PMAdditional Shift Information:Weekend Requirements:As NeededOn-Call Required:NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):$46.755 - $60.329 - $73.903The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position.? The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices. What You Will DoEvaluates, plans, directs and administers occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department, and participates in CQI activities.Required QualificationsCalifornia Occupational Therapist license - CA Board of Occupational Therapy -REQUIREDAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIREDPreferred QualificationsOther : Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a certificate in Occupational Therapy. Experience in all aspects of occupational therapy. Other Qualification RequirementsCCS Paneling is required for Therapists functioning in a CCS-designated NICU. Paneling is required within 6 months of hire. CCS paneled staff will review and supervise services provided by non-paneled personnel as required by licensure and CCS guidelines in NICU.Essential FunctionsDepartment development Actively participates in departmental goals and the advancement of department initiatives. Collaborates with leadership in clinical and operational projects.Participates in departmental activities, such as CQI, staff meetings, and chart review.Participates in committees and system wide activities when requested as departmental representative.Documentation Documentation is completed in a timely, complete, legible, concise and accurate manner.Documentation follows Sharp HealthCare guidelines, professional guidelines, and meets third-party payor and regulatory requirements.Maintains records pertinent to departmental operations.Completes all documentation elements as appropriate (Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, Education record, billing, discharge plan, and others).Operational efficiency Communicates patient care and departmental issues.Accepts changes and demonstrates flexibility when asked regarding work schedules and assignments.Completes additional assignments in a timely mannerOffers suggestions for resolving operational issues within the department.Provides unit specific information to students, floats, and travelers/registry personnel.Maintains departmental cleanliness and safety.Sets priorities and adjusts to unscheduled situations. Takes initiative in using time effectively.Completes all regulatory requirements.Meets productivity standards established by department leadership .Participates in UR/QA chart review and activities.Patient care Evaluates and treats patients within the scope of care in a manner that is cost-effective and appropriate to the patient's diagnosis, age and culture.Assesses patient pain that interferes with optimal level of function or participation in treatment; and provides intervention.Performs an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provides and reassesses as per policy.Evaluates patient outcomes and effectiveness of patient care measures, reporting to management or physician any significant changes and/or abnormal findings. Utilizes interdisciplinary team conference to communicate pertinent patient-related problems. When necessary, initiates discussion with other team members to provide more comprehensive care and/or to problem-solve.Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.Demonstrates knowledge and safe use of modalities, equipment and therapeutic procedures.Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed.Completes development plan and performance is satisfactory.Participates in weekly team meetings and discharge meetings.Completes development of discharge plans and goals that provide for the continuation of the patient's well-being while on service and upon completion of service.Collaborates with Case Manager for referrals/transition of therapy needs with the local CCS Medical Therapy Program/Units for infants being discharged.Participates in interdisciplinary rounds, staffing and/or patient conferences as required at the various levels of care. If functioning in NICU, therapist will participate in weekly interdisciplinary rounds. For CCS Paneled Therapists only: The therapist makes recommendations for appropriate outpatient services. With a physician order the therapist may assist with the referral to outpatient therapy for those patients going to CCS Medical Therapy Units or other facilities for treatment.Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected classOther; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; California Occupational Therapist license - CA Board of Occupational Therapy

HoursShift Start Time:7:30 AMShift End Time:4 PMAdditional Shift Information:Weekend Requirements:As NeededOn-Call Required:NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):$31.495 - $40.639 - $49.783The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position.? The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices. What You Will DoUnder the direction of a occupational therapist, provides occupational therapy care to patients with impaired functional mobility as a result of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and/or cardiopulmonary involvement or injury.Required QualificationsAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIREDCalifornia Occupational Therapy Assistant - CA Board of Occupational Therapy -REQUIREDPreferred QualificationsAssociate's Degree In a COTA program. 3 Years Experience in all aspects of this discipline. Essential FunctionsDepartment developmentParticipates in departmental activities, such as CQI, staff meetings, and chart review.Participates in committees and system wide activities when requested as departmental representative.Present discipline specific resource information to patients and families.DocumentationDocumentation is completed in a timely, complete, legible, concise and accurate manner.Documentation follows Sharp HealthCare guidelines, professional guidelines, and meets third-party payor and regulatory requirements.Maintains records pertinent to departmental operations.Completes all documentation elements as appropriate (Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, Education record, billing, and others).Operational efficiencyCommunicates patient care and departmental issues.Accepts changes and demonstrates flexibility when asked regarding work schedules and assignments.Completes additional assignments in a timely manner.Offers suggestions for resolving operational issues within the department.Maintains departmental cleanliness and safety.Uses time effectively.As requested, assists in the ordering of all necessary equipment and supplies, submits all requisitions to the therapist, and consistently demonstrates a cost-conscious attitude in the ordering and usage of materials.Assists in continuous Quality Improvement Program.Provides supervision and clinical direction to other assistants in the department if needed.Has responsibility for one major departmental project.Is consulted as a representative of his/her profession.Shares ideas therapeutic principles.Provides in-service/education program or training.Participates in student program.Patient careImplements treatment following treatment following treatment plan reporting subjective/objective patient response.Reports patient pain that interferes with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation; and implements intervention.Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Participates in utilizing a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and reports effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.Demonstrates knowledge and safe use of modalities, equipment and therapeutic procedures.Implements patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed.Implement(s) plan with sensitivity to the comprehensive, age/culturally appropriate issues using patient care interventions with patient and family.Recognizes need for additional assessment by primary therapist.Under the direction of the therapist appropriately implements modified treatment plans adapting, within the capabilities of the patient in order to achieve the highest level of functioning.As directed by the therapist, assists in determination of and provides to patient available community resources in order to make appropriate referrals for service in areas of specific patient needs.Provides community resources and liaison contact with community agencies in order to make appropriate referrals for service in areas of specific patient needs.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of occupational therapy treatment methods.Ability to keep neat, accurate, concise records. Ability to document patient care and progress efficiently in the electronic health record. Effective professional communication skills.Actively involved in professional development.Ability to direct work of aides and/or student interns.Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected classAssociate's Degree; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; California Occupational Therapy Assistant - CA Board of Occupational Therapy

Hours:Shift Start Time:7:30 AMShift End Time:4 PMAWS Hours Requirement:Additional Shift Information:Weekend Requirements:As NeededOn-Call Required:NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):$46.755 - $60.329 - $73.903The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position.? The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices. What You Will DoEvaluates, plans, directs and administers occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department, and participates in CQI activities.Required QualificationsCalifornia Occupational Therapist license - CA Board of Occupational Therapy -REQUIREDAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIREDPreferred QualificationsOther : Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a certificate in Occupational Therapy. Experience in all aspects of occupational therapy. Other Qualification RequirementsCCS Paneling is required for Therapists functioning in a CCS-designated NICU. Paneling is required within 6 months of hire. CCS paneled staff will review and supervise services provided by non-paneled personnel as required by licensure and CCS guidelines in NICU.Essential FunctionsDepartment development Actively participates in departmental goals and the advancement of department initiatives. Collaborates with leadership in clinical and operational projects.Participates in departmental activities, such as CQI, staff meetings, and chart review.Participates in committees and system wide activities when requested as departmental representative.Documentation Documentation is completed in a timely, complete, legible, concise and accurate manner.Documentation follows Sharp HealthCare guidelines, professional guidelines, and meets third-party payor and regulatory requirements.Maintains records pertinent to departmental operations.Completes all documentation elements as appropriate (Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, Education record, billing, discharge plan, and others).Operational efficiency Communicates patient care and departmental issues.Accepts changes and demonstrates flexibility when asked regarding work schedules and assignments.Completes additional assignments in a timely mannerOffers suggestions for resolving operational issues within the department.Provides unit specific information to students, floats, and travelers/registry personnel.Maintains departmental cleanliness and safety.Sets priorities and adjusts to unscheduled situations. Takes initiative in using time effectively.Completes all regulatory requirements.Meets productivity standards established by department leadership .Participates in UR/QA chart review and activities.Patient care Evaluates and treats patients within the scope of care in a manner that is cost-effective and appropriate to the patient's diagnosis, age and culture.Assesses patient pain that interferes with optimal level of function or participation in treatment; and provides intervention.Performs an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provides and reassesses as per policy.Evaluates patient outcomes and effectiveness of patient care measures, reporting to management or physician any significant changes and/or abnormal findings. Utilizes interdisciplinary team conference to communicate pertinent patient-related problems. When necessary, initiates discussion with other team members to provide more comprehensive care and/or to problem-solve.Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.Demonstrates knowledge and safe use of modalities, equipment and therapeutic procedures.Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed.Completes development plan and performance is satisfactory.Participates in weekly team meetings and discharge meetings.Completes development of discharge plans and goals that provide for the continuation of the patient's well-being while on service and upon completion of service.Collaborates with Case Manager for referrals/transition of therapy needs with the local CCS Medical Therapy Program/Units for infants being discharged.Participates in interdisciplinary rounds, staffing and/or patient conferences as required at the various levels of care. If functioning in NICU, therapist will participate in weekly interdisciplinary rounds. For CCS Paneled Therapists only: The therapist makes recommendations for appropriate outpatient services. With a physician order the therapist may assist with the referral to outpatient therapy for those patients going to CCS Medical Therapy Units or other facilities for treatment.Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected classOther; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; California Occupational Therapist license - CA Board of Occupational Therapy

Hours:Shift Start Time:7:30 AMShift End Time:6 PMAWS Hours Requirement:Additional Shift Information:Weekend Requirements:As NeededOn-Call Required:NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):$42.504 - $54.844 - $67.184The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position.? The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices. What You Will DoEvaluates, plans, directs and administers occupational therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department, and participates in CQI activities.Required QualificationsCalifornia Occupational Therapist license - CA Board of Occupational Therapy -REQUIREDAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIREDPreferred QualificationsOther : Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a certificate in Occupational Therapy. Experience in all aspects of occupational therapy. Other Qualification RequirementsCCS Paneling is required for Therapists functioning in a CCS-designated NICU. Paneling is required within 6 months of hire. CCS paneled staff will review and supervise services provided by non-paneled personnel as required by licensure and CCS guidelines in NICU.Essential FunctionsDepartment development Actively participates in departmental goals and the advancement of department initiatives. Collaborates with leadership in clinical and operational projects.Participates in departmental activities, such as CQI, staff meetings, and chart review.Participates in committees and system wide activities when requested as departmental representative.Documentation Documentation is completed in a timely, complete, legible, concise and accurate manner.Documentation follows Sharp HealthCare guidelines, professional guidelines, and meets third-party payor and regulatory requirements.Maintains records pertinent to departmental operations.Completes all documentation elements as appropriate (Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, Education record, billing, discharge plan, and others).Operational efficiency Communicates patient care and departmental issues.Accepts changes and demonstrates flexibility when asked regarding work schedules and assignments.Completes additional assignments in a timely mannerOffers suggestions for resolving operational issues within the department.Provides unit specific information to students, floats, and travelers/registry personnel.Maintains departmental cleanliness and safety.Sets priorities and adjusts to unscheduled situations. Takes initiative in using time effectively.Completes all regulatory requirements.Meets productivity standards established by department leadership .Participates in UR/QA chart review and activities.Patient care Evaluates and treats patients within the scope of care in a manner that is cost-effective and appropriate to the patient's diagnosis, age and culture.Assesses patient pain that interferes with optimal level of function or participation in treatment; and provides intervention.Performs an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provides and reassesses as per policy.Evaluates patient outcomes and effectiveness of patient care measures, reporting to management or physician any significant changes and/or abnormal findings. Utilizes interdisciplinary team conference to communicate pertinent patient-related problems. When necessary, initiates discussion with other team members to provide more comprehensive care and/or to problem-solve.Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.Demonstrates knowledge and safe use of modalities, equipment and therapeutic procedures.Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed.Completes development plan and performance is satisfactory.Participates in weekly team meetings and discharge meetings.Completes development of discharge plans and goals that provide for the continuation of the patient's well-being while on service and upon completion of service.Collaborates with Case Manager for referrals/transition of therapy needs with the local CCS Medical Therapy Program/Units for infants being discharged.Participates in interdisciplinary rounds, staffing and/or patient conferences as required at the various levels of care. If functioning in NICU, therapist will participate in weekly interdisciplinary rounds. For CCS Paneled Therapists only: The therapist makes recommendations for appropriate outpatient services. With a physician order the therapist may assist with the referral to outpatient therapy for those patients going to CCS Medical Therapy Units or other facilities for treatment.Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected classAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; Other; California Occupational Therapist license - CA Board of Occupational Therapy