Occupational Therapist II, Acute Rehabilitation, Inpatient, Oakland, Per Diem

Occupational Therapist

Works as part of an interdisciplinary team rehabilitating patients with stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, complex orthopedic surgery/injury, and other complex medical issues causing functional impairment. Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that help build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills, as well as general independence, to persons with disabilities. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Provides clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.

Acute inpatient experience strongly preferred.

Education: Other: Graduate of accredited occupational therapy program.

Certification & Licensure: OT-Occupational Therapist BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Department Specific Licenses & Certifications:

• Department: Home Health - DL-Valid Drivers License
• Department: Home Health - INS-Auto Insurance

Typical Experience: 2 years of recent relevant experience.

Skills and Knowledge: Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently. Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements. Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements. Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies. Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities. Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills. Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Job Shift: Days

Schedule: Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours: 8

Days of the Week: Variable

Weekend Requirements: As Needed, Rotating Weekends

Benefits: No

Unions: No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Status: Per Diem/Casual

Pay Range is $61.92 to $77.39 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.