Occupational Therapist II PD

Schedule: Per Diem

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Occupational Therapist II develops and delivers occupational therapy services to patients specific to age and developmental level by assessment, program planning, provision of treatment. Provides functional supervision to occupational therapy personnel assisting in patient treatment. Provides instruction to assigned occupational therapy interns on clinical observations and affiliations. The Occupational Therapy department is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in inpatient, the acute rehab unit, outpatient and multidisciplinary clinics. Per Diem OT’s will participate in the evaluation and treatment of patients in the inpatient acute, acute rehab unit and outpatient unit as needed.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience: 1+ year full time experience as an OT I, or equivalent, treating pediatric patients. Experience with pediatrics and hospital based experience preferred. Dysphagia/feeding experience preferred. Broad knowledge of occupational therapy principles and practices and CHLA patient care policies and procedures.

Education/Licensure/Certifications: Graduation from an approved School of Occupational Therapy (Masters degree preferred). Licensure by the California Board of Occupational Therapy; or successful completion of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy examination and current holder of limited permit issued by California Board of Occupational Therapy. Current American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider CPR certification.