Occupational Therapist

  • $89,000–$135,000 Per Year

Highlights

Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re-assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care planning/implementation. Evaluates, plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy.

Numbers & Facts

LocationPalm Springs, CA
Salary$89,000–$135,000 Per Year

Description

Summary:

  • Evaluates, plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of occupational therapy.
  • Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re-assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care planning/implementation.

Responsibilities:

  • Responds to physician orders for occupational therapy.
  • Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients.
  • Reviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
  • Develops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations.
  • Develop, improve or restore skills in activities of daily living, work or productive activities. Seeks clarification of physician orders as needed.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • 2 years as a practicing OT in a healthcare setting.
  • Required: CA State Licensure

Compensation

  • Base Salary: $89,000 to $135,000
  • Pay Range: $42.93 - $66.52
  • Sign On Bonus: Up to $20,000
  • Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's qualifications and experience

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