Occupational Therapist - Occupational Therapy
Company: Center for Elders' Independence
Location: San Leandro
Posted on: July 19, 2025
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Job Description:
Under the supervision 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.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, Please note: this is a Per Diem position PLEASE NOTE, THIS
POSITION WILL BE TRAVELING TO VARIOUS SITES: OAKLAND, BERKELEY AND
SAN LEANDRO -AND WILL NOT BE GOING TO THE SAME CENTER EVERYDAY
Collaborates with the primary care provider team and the
interdisciplinary team in evaluating the participant's level of
functioning and potential for rehabilitation or restoration, by
applying diagnostic and prognostic procedures. 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 participant. Completes reassessments 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 rehabilitative equipment and supplies for participants.
Observes and records, and reports regularly to the
interdisciplinary 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 participant's individualized plan of care.
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. Keeps equipment in good working condition. Displays a
willingness and ability to be responsive to all customer groups.
Follows CEI’s Safety Policies and Procedures. 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. Ability to travel
to multiple work sites and participants’ residences, required. CEI
reserves the right to change job descriptions, site assignments,
and or work hours as required by the needs of the program. 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.
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