Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Clinic Occupational Therapist for a job in Huntington Park, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Occupational Therapist Discipline: Therapy Duration: Ongoing 32 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Staff Job Summary: The Clinical Specialist - (OT) practices under indirect supervision to design, deliver and evaluate treatment plans in a recognized area of specialized practice such as - but not limited to -- hand therapy, adult neuro rehab, pediatrics, spinal cord injury, assisted technology. Specialized treatment plans are designed to facilitate development and rehabilitation of patients/members with physical, mental or emotional disabilities and to assist them develop or regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to functional limitations at an optimal level of independence. In addition to providing direct patient care, the Clinical Specialist - (OT) acts as an expert resource, educator and mentor to students and staff in the assigned area of clinical specialty. Essential Responsibilities: Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws. WITHIN SPECIALIZED AREA OF CLINICAL PRACTICE: Designs and delivers in-service training programs in assigned area of specialty clinical practice for students and staff. Demonstrates professional competence in assessing patients condition at the onset and through all phases of the occupational therapy treatment program on a routine basis. Obtains accurate and complete history through clinical observation and interaction with the patient. Performs appropriate examinations, using specialized evaluation procedures, tests and/or evaluations to assess physical, sensory and/or psychosocial dysfunction. Interprets evaluation findings to determine nature and degree of dysfunction. Observes usual and special precautions relative to the age, medical history and condition of the patient and the type of treatment being given. Establishes measurable treatment goals and develops appropriate treatment plans to achieve those goals. Reassess clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress toward goals, and the need for modification of treatment and/or goals. Consults with the referring physician regarding treatment request, which are, contraindicated relative to the patients physical condition or medical history. Delegates appropriately to support personnel. Plans appropriate treatment plans utilizing selected methods to achieve desired treatment objectives, clinical outcomes and goals for patients needing specialized rehabilitation. These methods may include - but are not limited to - therapeutic and functional methods to promote muscle return sensory re-education muscle facilitation perceptual - motor integration, activities of daily living and transfer training prosthetic training of the upper extremity orthotic and adaptive equipment fabrication community/social re-orientation. Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to utilize occupational therapy competencies relative to musculoskeletal and neurological assessment and treatment procedures including: Testing and treatment of spine and extremities using accessory and physiological joint motions. Clinical testing to determine muscle strength, reflexes, sensation, coordination, range of motion, and other sensory motor skills. Clinical analysis and treatment of postural disorders Activity of daily living (ADL) interventions. Administration of treatment modalities. Administration of exercise programs /development of patient treatment plans. Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of the age group served - neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult or geriatric. Demonstrates ability to assess data reflective of the patients status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide care in accordance with departmental policy. Considers the patients physical and cognitive abilities in the selection and administration of treatment procedures for the following patient populations: Neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Documents clinical treatments, evaluations, re-assessments in a timely, accurate, and comprehensive manner following established department policies and procedures. Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients, families, staff, physicians, and other personnel. In conjunction with other members of the rehabilitation department and outside personnel as appropriate, develops and implements special classes or clinics for defined patient populations within a recognized AOTCB specialty practice area of expertise. Basic Qualifications: Experience Completion of 6 - 9 months of supervised clinical Occupational Therapy fieldwork approved by the California Board of Occupational Therapy and arranged by an accredited educational institute. Completion of a minimum 200 hours of specialized education in an AOTCB specialty, plus two (2) years of full time clinical experience as a registered Occupational Therapist, including six (6) months clinical experience in an AOTCB recognized area of specialized practice. Education Graduation from an Occupational Therapy educational program approved by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education. License, Certification, Registration Occupational Therapist License (California) Basic Life Support National Provider Identifier Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Additional Requirements: Completion of pre-employment and annual physicals. Completion of annual skills competency assessment. Competence in basic safety and infection control procedures i.e. proper body mechanics, universal precautions. Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: Two years clinical experience in an AOTB recognized area of specialized practice. Notes: Peds: NICU, ASD clinic. High Risk Neuro Developmental Clinic. 1:1 evals, f/u in group model, parent education. Consistent Saturdays in T.O. Medical Office Buildings. Kaiser Permanente Job ID #1312895. Posted job title: Clinical Specialist - Occupational Therapist About Kaiser Permanente At the heart of health care, you'll find Kaiser Permanente. As the nations leading not-for-profit, integrated health plan, we make a difference in the lives of members, patients, and communities across the country. With 39 hospitals and more than 734 locations in eight states and the District of Columbia, we proudly serve more than 12.7 million members from coast to coast. Whether you choose to join a hospital in the Northwest, a clinic in Southern California, or a medical office in the Mid-Atlantic, we have many opportunities for you to shape the future of care. Our teams are empowered to advance impactful and extraordinary care for all by pioneering health outcomes, encouraging diverse viewpoints, and creating new opportunities for learning and advancement. This covers more than our members and our employees; it also reaches far into our communities. 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