Occupational Therapist II - Extra Help - Spanish Speaking Preferred (Open)

JOB San Mateo Medical Center is seeking a well-qualified individual for the position of Occupational Therapist II.
This part-time extra help position will plan and provide occupational therapy services for acutely ill or rehabilitative patients in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
Occupational Therapist II is the experienced journey level class in this series.
Incumbents in this class perform the full range of general therapy treatments with a greater degree of independence and proficiency, additionally applying more specialized and advanced therapy treatments.
Some individuals may also assist in providing technical advice and training to less experienced staff.
The ideal candidate has graduated from an accredited occupational therapy curriculum and is licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the California Board of Occupational Therapy and registered with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
They will also possess a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Additionally, the incumbent will have experience in working with adults, skilled nursing, and acute care.
Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
NOTE: Extra-help hours are dependent on the business needs of the department and therefore work hours may vary from week to week.
Extra help employees shall not exceed 1,040 hours of work per fiscal year.
Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act.
Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Under medical direction, plan and perform occupational therapy for a variety of patients.
Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive treatment to patients.
Provide therapeutic activities to promote independence in daily living activities.
Plan, organize and participate in occupational therapy activities.
Design and fabricate splints.
Instruct patients in the use of therapeutic tools and equipment.
Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of the patient's response to treatment in accordance with hospital standards.
Participate in discharge planning and refer parents to community services.
Determine need for department and patient-related supplies and equipment.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas.
May participate as clinical preceptor in a university affiliated occupational therapy student program.
Perform related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION If you are interested in being considered for this extra help position, the following materials must be electronically submitted in a Word or PDF format.
Cover letterResuméPlease include the words "Occupational Therapist II - Extra Help " in the subject line of the email submission.
Please submit the required materials electronically via email to: Gloria Lara, Clinical Services Manager - Rehabglara1@smcgov.
orgApplication materials will be reviewed as they are received, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Apply immediately.
Resumés will be accepted until position is filled.
This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process.
NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via e-mail.
Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted.
Submittals that do not include all required elements (cover letter with responses to supplemental questions and a resume) will not be considered.
The County of San Mateo may require that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccine.
Employees hired into specified health care facilities and other high-risk settings where there is potential for frequent COVID-19 exposure to staff, and highly vulnerable patients are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
For more specific information, please refer to the County's COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Policy.
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We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.
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