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 a talented and dynamic Occupational Therapist (OT) with a passion for providing exceptional care in post-acute care settings. The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for establishing and delivering quality patient care, ensuring all services align with patient care plans, professional standards, and regulatory guidelines. This role offers an opportunity to join a collaborative team committed to excellence and professional growth.

Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Establishes and provides Occupational Therapy services within the patient's Plan of Care.
• Completes accurate and timely documentation, including daily notes, progress notes, discharge summaries, and monthly reports.
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.
• Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs or techniques.
• Participates in care planning meetings, rehab meetings, and family training to communicate patient progress.
• Follows organizational and facility policies and procedures to ensure employee and patient safety.
• Ensures equipment is in good working order prior to providing care to patients. Follows procedures for reporting damaged equipment.
• Maintains a clean environment.
• Attends required meetings, in-services, and functions as designated.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements

Education

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program, or another qualifying OT degree accepted for licensure.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT).
• Must have passed the NBCOT Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) certification examination.
• Successful completion of the supervised clinical fieldwork required by the accredited OT program.
• Current BLS/CPR certification, if required by the facility.

Experience

• Experience in relevant settings such as skilled nursing, acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, home health, or pediatrics.
• At least 1–2 years of experience in the specific care setting is preferred.

Skills

• Ability to conduct patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Experience documenting treatment plans, patient progress, and discharge recommendations.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and interdisciplinary care coordination.
• EMR proficiency is preferred.

Schedule / Shift

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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).

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.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the 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.