Location: San Francisco, CA

Schedule: Monday-Friday - 8 hours daily - Must be available between 8am-6pm

Times: Shifts are 8-5, 8:30-5:30 or 9-6 (dependent on clinic needs)

Pay: $103,760.80 - $118,768.00 Salary (DOE)

Job Type: Full Time - Direct Hire

Position Summary: Working under the supervision of the PACE Center Manager, the PACE OT is independent in the application of occupational therapy knowledge and skills. Primary duties include assessment and care planning, care coordination with the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), home safety assessments, and oversight of a comprehensive therapy program for the PACE participants in partnership with the PACE Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts initial and periodic occupational therapy assessments to determine PACE Participants’ care needs, preferences, and goals.


• Participates in the development and revision of the participant’s plan of care as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.


• Remains alert to pertinent input from other team members, Participants, and caregivers and updates the IDT promptly regarding any changes in Participants’ condition or medical status.


• Oversees skilled and therapeutic exercises in the PACE Rehabilitation Gym ensuring that therapy conforms to accepted industry practice standards and organizational/department standards.


• Provides Participant and family education in rehabilitation needs and interventions.


• Works with other therapists and primary care staff to provide comprehensive, integrated Participant care.


• Documents all occupational therapy treatment and interventions accurately and within departmental time requirements into Participants’ electronic health record.


• Understands and demonstrates respect for Participants’ rights and utilizes established mechanisms for management of ethical issues in Participant care.


• Plans and implements home-based interventions, including installation of adaptable equipment for Participant safety. Conducts required home safety visits, and other visits, as necessary for home-based interventions and observation.


• Provides supervision to program aides and other staff who are implementing occupational therapy treatment and/or maintenance programs.


• Demonstrates active participation in QI processes, staff training, and meetings.


• Provides care to Participants in-person, via telehealth, and/or via telephone, as indicated.


• Provides home health as needed.

Requirements:

• Valid and current California Occupational Therapy license in good standing required


• Valid CA driver’s license with good driving history (last 5 years)


• Certifications: Current BLS and First Aid required


• Education: Graduate of an Occupational Therapy program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association required


• Bilingual in Cantonese highly preferred, but not required


• Experience:
  
  
  
  • At least one year of clinical experience working with the older adult population.
  
  
  • Minimum two years clinical experience with adults with as an Occupational Therapist
  
  
  • Advanced Practice in Dysphagia strongly preferred