SNF Occupational Therapist

Marian Regional Medical Center, a 191-bed facility located in Santa Maria, California, is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best Maternity Care by Newsweek. It ranks among 10% in the nation for safety core measures in cardiac services and has the only comprehensive cancer treatment and resource program from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Marian’s beautiful mission-style facility houses the latest technology to support excellent physicians and caregivers who deliver compassionate care each and every day. Marian Regional Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southwest Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Marian's offers Santa Maria Valley residents access to the most advanced technologies, an expanded and enhanced Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, neonatal intensive care unit, and an array of women's services.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

As an essential part of the Marian Medical Center healthcare philosophy, the registered occupational therapist supports and promotes quality patient care under the direction of a registered occupational therapist supervisor. This role involves delivering occupational therapy services, including evaluation and assessment, treatment program planning, implementation, and supporting documentation. The registered occupational therapist will also provide direct supervision to certified occupational therapy assistants, students, volunteers, and aides. This role also includes supporting the development and implementation of new programs and groups. Successful candidates must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English. They should be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients/residents, medical staff, and the public. The selected candidate must also have knowledge of the principles, practices, standards, and techniques for the usage and maintenance of occupational therapy equipment. Finally, they must have knowledge of safety and body mechanics to avoid injury to themselves or their patients.

• Two (2) or more years of experience as a Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board (AOTCB) or satisfaction of any current state legal requirements.
• Competency as a general practitioner of Occupational Therapy as defined by AOTA.
• Registered Occupational Therapist
• BLS - May be obtained within the first 30 days from date of hire.
• Membership in the AOTA is preferred.