Job Summary and Responsibilities

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus offered for qualified new hires. Per policy, current employees are not eligible.

The incumbent demonstrates competency in occupational therapy for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients as applicable for the site/level of care of employment. the incumbent provides patient assessment, develops and implements individual patient treatment programs, provides therapeutic interventions utilizing current and effective methodologies, and maintains effective documentation.

Job Requirements

Experience: 

Previous experience as an occupational therapist is preferred and the incumbent is required to exhibit the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.Previous experience as an occupational therapist.- preferred.

Education: 

This position requires graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy and certification or eligibility for certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. and a California License, or eligibility, to practice Occupational Therapy.

Licensure and Certifications:

Occupational Therapist: CA (OT:CA) within 6 - monthsBasic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR) upon hire

Job Specifications:

Knowledge of: *Current occupational therapy techniques, standards, principles, and procedures. * Human anatomy and physiology with emphasis on musculoskeletal, circulatory, and nervous systems *Medical terminology *Proper body mechanics *Infection control procedures Ability to: *Assess patient condition based upon sound
pathophysiological principles *Develop and implement appropriate patient treatment plan *Complete and maintain records of Occupational Therapy observations, treatments, and actions *Plan and organize work effectively and efficiently *Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians, nursing staff, and other hospital personnel *Maintain the confidentiality of medical information *Fully meet the obligations of the Mission and Philosophy of Mercy General Hospital *Flexibility to work within a changing health care environment Interact in a professional and courteous manner with all persons on the hospital campus at all times.

Where You'll Work

Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 384-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael California. We have served north Sacramento County as well as south Placer County for over 50 years. Our facility is one of the area's largest medical centers and also one of the most comprehensive. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to community well-being; providing excellent patient care to all. Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as a Spine Center of Excellence. We are proud recipients of the Perinatal Care Certificate of Excellence and a Certificate of Excellence for Hip and Knee Replacements.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.