Occupational Therapist

Founded in 1951 Mark Twain Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital providing inpatient acute care outpatient services and emergency services including Speciality Care Centers and four community Medical Centers. Our Medical Staff represents a broad range of specialties that ensure access to high-quality medical care in a rural community. 

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Job Summary:

Under the general guidance of the Physical Therapy Department Manager has a wide range of freedom in applying individual professional judgment discretion and skill in patient management. Administers patient evaluations plans and implements patient treatment proficiently for all assigned patient diagnoses. Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants in performance of clinical duties. Demonstrates exceptional time management skills in performing all assigned tasks. Demonstrates sound judgment in clinical decision making. Assignments are dependent on the specific experience training and demonstrated competence of the therapist and the needs of the patients. Assists in supervising training and orienting new staff. This position treats/cares for patients of all ages.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft
• Adoption Assistance
• Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Retirement Programs
• Wellness Programs
• We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft
• Adoption Assistance
• Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Retirement Programs
• Wellness Programs

NEW GRADUATES ACCEPTED

Minimum:

• Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy holding Baccalaureate Degree or higher
• Must be a Registered Occupational Therapist through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
• Must have a valid license from the California Board of Occupational Therapy
• A valid BLS for Healthcare Provider certification approved by the American Heart Association
• A thorough knowledge of occupational therapy techniques and diagnostic tests for evaluation purposes for inpatient and outpatient populations of all ages
• Able to complete a thorough evaluation including history objective findings goals justification for medical necessity and a plan of care.
• Able to perform heavy physical tasks in working directly with patients
• Ability to be flexible in making changes in work routine Ability to complete equitable caseload under pressure
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications and general computer systems for electronic documentation and reports

Preferred:

• Experience in an acute care hospital rehabilitation center and outpatient setting is preferred
• Membership in the AOTA is encouraged