University Of California Irvine
Per Diem Occupational Therapist 2 LAK-Day
University Of California Irvine, Lakewood, California, United States, 90715
Who We Are
UCI Health
is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.
To learn more about UCI Health, visit www.ucihealth.org.
Your Role on the Team
Position Summary:
Evaluates patients, plans and implements an effective patient focused occupational therapy program utilizing standard and specialized treatment techniques, effectively communicates and documents information regarding patients. Establishes and initiates discharge plans as necessary. Consistently evaluates outcome of care and provides continuous monitoring of patients' needs making appropriate modifications in the treatment plan. Maintain a high level of professional expertise and assumes responsibility for professional growth and development.
What It Takes to be Successful
Total Compensation
We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Required Qualifications:
Graduate of a college or University with a baccalaureate or master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current CA Occupational Therapy license
Current BLS certification.Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned dutiesMust demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the jobExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishAbility to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workloadAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health SystemPreferred Qualifications:
One to two years experience in either an acute hospital and/or rehabilitation department and/or outpatient clinicCertified by the National Board of Occupational TherapyKnowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and formsPhysical Requirements: Approximately 80% standing or walking, approximately 20% sitting (including frequent stooping, reaching, occasional kneeling, crouching and crawling during patient treatment). Frequent lifting or assisting with lifting patients and equipment up to 50 pounds. Must have dexterity, coordination and visual and auditory acuity to perform all job responsibilities (e.g. ordinary speech and hearing necessary for conversation and use of telephone, near and far visual acuity is necessary for reading documents, writing, and observing patients). Must be free from signs of infection and illness. Full understanding of body mechanics and safety precautions in order to protect employees, patients, and families. The worker spends the majority of the rime inside, however, out of doors activities are expected depending upon the individual needs of the patient.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Background Check and Live ScanLegal Right to Work in the United StatesVaccination PoliciesSmoking and Tobacco PolicyDrug Free EnvironmentThe following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting ActE-VerifyPre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
UCI Health
is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.
To learn more about UCI Health, visit www.ucihealth.org.
Your Role on the Team
Position Summary:
Evaluates patients, plans and implements an effective patient focused occupational therapy program utilizing standard and specialized treatment techniques, effectively communicates and documents information regarding patients. Establishes and initiates discharge plans as necessary. Consistently evaluates outcome of care and provides continuous monitoring of patients' needs making appropriate modifications in the treatment plan. Maintain a high level of professional expertise and assumes responsibility for professional growth and development.
What It Takes to be Successful
Total Compensation
We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Required Qualifications:
Graduate of a college or University with a baccalaureate or master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current CA Occupational Therapy license
Current BLS certification.Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned dutiesMust demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the jobExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishAbility to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workloadAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health SystemPreferred Qualifications:
One to two years experience in either an acute hospital and/or rehabilitation department and/or outpatient clinicCertified by the National Board of Occupational TherapyKnowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and formsPhysical Requirements: Approximately 80% standing or walking, approximately 20% sitting (including frequent stooping, reaching, occasional kneeling, crouching and crawling during patient treatment). Frequent lifting or assisting with lifting patients and equipment up to 50 pounds. Must have dexterity, coordination and visual and auditory acuity to perform all job responsibilities (e.g. ordinary speech and hearing necessary for conversation and use of telephone, near and far visual acuity is necessary for reading documents, writing, and observing patients). Must be free from signs of infection and illness. Full understanding of body mechanics and safety precautions in order to protect employees, patients, and families. The worker spends the majority of the rime inside, however, out of doors activities are expected depending upon the individual needs of the patient.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Background Check and Live ScanLegal Right to Work in the United StatesVaccination PoliciesSmoking and Tobacco PolicyDrug Free EnvironmentThe following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting ActE-VerifyPre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization