You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide services consistent with the California Business and Professions Code, Occupational Therapy Practice Act, and the American Occupational Therapy Association Standards. The primary responsibilities include evaluating, assessing, planning, and developing therapy programs to meet patients' functional needs, as well as participating in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and maintaining documentation. This role involves coordinating therapy programs with patients, families, and other team members to improve functional outcomes.
Responsibilities / Job Duties
- Provides occupational therapy services in compliance with professional standards and practices.
- Develops and implements therapy programs to address patients' functional needs.
- Participates in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process and represents the Medical Therapy Program.
- Coordinates therapy programs with patients, families, and caregiving teams.
- Fabricates and applies adaptive equipment to improve patient outcomes.
- Sets functional goals in collaboration with physicians, patients, and caregivers.
- Provides education to patients and families to achieve therapy goals.
- Supervises clinical staff and participates in student and employee education.
- Participates in organizational performance improvements.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles and practices.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency in patient and family education.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
