Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

Delivers individualized comprehensive care to patients with the goal of empowering the patients to remain at their optimal level of independence and functioning. Using innovative treatment techniques, real life simulation, and collaborator process to establish a plan of care that will address each patient's physical, social, and emotional concerns. Intent to assist patients to achieve or maintain their highest level of function during their cancer treatment.

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

• Evaluates patients for treatment and designs / documents an age appropriate treatment plan that includes a time frame, goals, and assessment of patient's rehabilitation potential following a referral from a qualified practitioner.

• Performs and provides therapeutic rehabilitation services, test, education, and treatment coordination, documents treatment and outcomes and inputs appropriate charges in compliance with the state practice act.

• Consults physicians when necessary about clarification of orders, treatment plan, patient outcomes, and recommendations for durable medical equipment

• Collaborates as a member of the multidisciplinary team to provide safe and efficient delivery of patient care, patient education, and continuity of care

• Participates in departmental, hospital and corporate Key Performance Improvement projects, quality improvement initiatives, and tracking progress towards goals.

• Supervises Occupational Therapy Students and precepts new hire occupational therapists.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

Experience: Minimum 6+ months of Occupational Therapist (OT) experience.

Education: Must have a Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Occupational Therapy from an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) accredited school of Occupational Therapy.

Licensure: Arizona State Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners license

Certification: Current certification with National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Special Skills: Proficient computer skills.

Excellent customer service and communication skills.

PREFERRED

Experience: Oncology experience preferred.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here:Benefits Information

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.