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Occupational Therapist

Northridge Hospital Medical Center Northridge, California
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The posted compensation range of $60.00 - $68.00 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-355344 Employment Type PRN Department Occupational Therapy Hours/Pay Period 8 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Per Diem coverage for the weekends with occasional opportunities on weekdays. Remote No Category Therapy
Overview

Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

Occupational Therapist - Occupational Therapy

Northridge Hospital Medical Center

Per Diem Min 2 weekend days per month.

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality occupational therapy services to our patients including assessment treatment planning implementation and evaluation. Our ideal candidate will have excellent communication skill and the ability to work collaboratively with clients their families and other healthcare professionals. 


Responsibilities
  • Conduct thorough evaluations to determine patients' needs and goals
  • Develop customized treatment plans based on assessments
  • Provide effective occupational therapy interventions and techniques
  • Monitor and document patient progress
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care
  • Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies and techniques for continued progress

Qualifications
  • Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy holding Baccalaureate Degree or higher required.
  • Academic curriculum will include coursework on growth & development gerontology & therapeutic procedures for pediatric adolescent adult & geriatric populations.
  • New applicants must present documentation of continuing education or experience. Upon annual appraisal must demonstrate participation in external continuing education.
  • Current California licensure required.
  • Recent graduates who are board eligible will be considered for provisional appointments.
  • Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Cert (AHA BLS)
  • Fire Safety cards required. (have 90 days to obtain from start date) 

Specialized Training: 

  • Clinical Instructor training prior to assignment of a full time student required.
  • Therapists wishing to practice in the area of advanced certification (PAMs hand swallowing) must present license with advanced competencies.
  • Those wishing to apply for advanced competency will comply with regulatory requirement.
  • Therapists will apply & obtain CCS paneling once one year equivalent of pediatric experience is obtained.
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While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more!

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.

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