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Center for Elders' Independence

Occupational Therapist

Center for Elders' Independence, Oakland, California, United States,


T

he Position:

Under the

s

upervision of the

Center

Rehabilitation

Supervisor

,

the Occupational Therapist provides restorative and rehabilitative services in conjunction with the total plan of care.

The rate range for the Occupational

Therapist position at Center For Elders Independence is $ 40.19

to $60.29 per hr. Pay rate based on the market for the Occupational Therapist position, as well as experience, skills, abilities and work history.

**THIS POSITION ELIGIBLE FOR 5K SIGN ON BONUS!!**

GENERAL DUTIES

AND RESPONSIBILITIES

:

Collaborates with

the

primary care provider

team

and

the

inte

rdisciplinary

team in evaluating the participant's level of functioning and potential for rehabilitation or restoration, by applying diagnostic and prognostic procedures.

In conjunction with the interdisciplinary team, p

articipates

in the development of

the participant

’s

plan of care that may include the use of devices, techniques and activities to promote muscle re-education, perceptual-motor and cognitive function, balance, endurance and other factors affecting the level of independence in performing activities of daily living.

Instructs and in-services

other members of the health team

and caregivers on certain areas of occupational therapy in which they may work with the

p

articipant.

Conducts initial assessments of all participants.

Completes

re

assessments

on participants

per CEI policy

.

As directed by the plan of care

, treats participants to relieve pain, develop or restore function

and maintain maximum performance in activities of daily living.

Works with vendors to obtain rehab

ilitative

equipment and supplies for participants.

Observes

and

records

,

and reports regularly to the

inter

disciplinary team on

the

participant's response to the occupational therapy interventions and any changes in condition.

Instructs

,

supervises

,

and evaluates therapy

program aides in the implementation of the

p

articipant's individualized plan of care.

Trains family members, other caregivers and CEI staff in methods to maximize safety and function

al abilities in performing ADL’

s

.

Attends the interdisciplinary team conferences and actively participates in the development of the plan of care.

Evaluates participants’ home environments and makes appropriate recommendations as needed.

Attends

continuing education

and actively participates in meetings

and trainings as required. Maintains required certifications.

Participates in coordination for 24-hour care delivery to p

a

rticipants.

Delegates to and monitors the care provided by Occupational Therapy Assistants as appropriate and in accordance with California regulations.

Documents thoroughly, accurately, and timely, and in accordance with

Occupational

Therapy practice standards and CEI policy.

Maintains

the

department in a clean and orderly manner. Keeps equipment in good working condition.

Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families regardless of setting.

Handles potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions, and practices

Standard

precautions.

Maintains a courteous, helpful and professional attitude on the job. Displays a willingness and ability

to be

responsive

to

all

customer groups.

Maintains sa

fe working environment. Follows

CEI’s Safety Policies and Procedures.

Performs other duties as required or requested in a positive and helpful manner

.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and is a graduate of a program of Occupational Therapy approved by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education.

Currently licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the Occupational Therapy Board of California.

Preferred, one (1) year of experience working as a Licensed Occupational Therapist with the frail elderly population.

Current CPR and First Aid certification on file.

A valid California driver’s license, current vehicle insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle is required

.

Ability

to travel to multiple work sites

and participants’ residences, required

.

The above job description is intended to communicate the general function of the mentioned position and by no means shall be considered an exhaustive or complete outline of the specific tasks and functions that will be required.

CEI reserves the right to change job descriptions, site assignments, and or work hours as required by the needs of the program.

All employees are

expected to perform their duties within their ability as required by the job and/or as requested by management.

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Center for Elders’ Independence is a PACE (Program of All- Inclusive Care for the Elderly) organization that uses an interdisciplinary team approach to care planning and care implementation for the purpose of providing high quality, affordable, integrated health care services to the elderly, including an Adult Day Health Center, and promoting autonomy, quality of life and the ability of individuals to live in their communities. Unlike other healthcare plans, CEI is not a "fee-for-service" plan. It is a “capitation” healthcare plan. CEI is paid a set amount for each person enrolled in our program, whether or not that individual seeks care. We are a growing company that offers stability and continues to thrive.