Therapist / Occupational Therapist Job in Lompoc, California / Skilled Nursing Facility - Therapy Scout : Job Details

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join an interdisciplinary team in a SNF setting in Santa Barbara county in CA. The ideal licensed and experienced OT candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited Occupational Therapy program with experience in geriatric rehabilitation and in adult neurological, cardiac and general rehabilitation. Responsibilities Perform accurate, comprehensive patient evaluations. Aid in the restoration and enhancement of independent function in those individuals whose living status has been compromised by illness and/or injury. Evaluate and treat patients, communicate with families, physicians and other interdisciplinary team members, document services in the medical records. Contribute to professional development of self and others. Enhance interdisciplinary team through professional skills and knowledge. Demonstrate safe working practices. Consistently demonstrate company core values in interaction with co-workers, patients and families, with all other persons involved with the patient's care, and the general public. Provide patient treatments which meet patient needs and uses current treatment knowledge in accordance with clinical procedures. Perform all other occupational therapist duties as needed. Requirements Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited Occupational Therapy program Current Occupational Therapist Registration/State Licensure Experience in geriatric rehabilitation and in adult neurological, cardiac and general rehabilitation preferred Knowledge of Occupational Therapy evaluation, treatment techniques and medical terminology Able to supervise and direct assistants and aides Understanding the principles of physical modalities employed in Occupational Therapy Knowledge of use of prosthetic devices, ambulatory aides, assistive and resistive devices, and training Ability to work with all types and levels of patients Excellent verbal and written communication skills CPR Certification Physically able to perform daily job functions Valid Driver's License