PACE Occupational Therapist

Job description

Location of position is determined upon interview Position Summary: The Occupational Therapist (OT) is a Member of the Interdisciplinary Team of the San Diego PACE Program and is responsible for the design and implementation of a program of occupational therapy for PACE patients to help them to remain independent and live safely in the community. The OT performs assessments of PACE patients and develops individualized plans of care, is responsible for determining the appropriate approach to be used in developing function to a maximum level and supervises the carrying out of the plan of care by support staff. Performs reassessments as indicated. Essential Functions of the Job: - Develop and implement a program of occupational therapy for patients enrolled in PACE and accessing day services. - Perform assessments of patients to determine abilities. - Develop and implement an individualized plan of care to decrease or eliminate disability, increase or maintain capability for independence, and develop function to a maximum level. - Ensure that the individual plan of care is being followed by qualified support staff. - Guide patients and caregivers in the use of adaptive devices and the...