Job Summary
Madera Community Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients across our inpatient and/or outpatient settings, helping restore, improve, and maintain functional independence in daily living activities. You'll develop individualized treatment plans based on physician referral and clinical evaluation, document patient progress in accordance with regulatory and payer requirements, and collaborate closely with physicians, nursing, case management, and the broader care team to support safe, timely patient recovery and discharge planning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform occupational therapy evaluations and functional assessments per physician referral and establish individualized plans of care
Provide direct patient treatment, including therapeutic activities, ADL/IADL retraining, splinting, adaptive equipment recommendations, and caregiver education
Document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the EMR in compliance with Title 22, Joint Commission, and payer documentation standards
Communicate and coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, physical and speech therapy, case management, and social services
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning to support safe transitions of care
Monitor patient response to treatment and modify plans of care as clinically indicated
Educate patients and family/caregivers on home exercise programs, adaptive techniques, and equipment use
Maintain productivity and documentation standards consistent with department expectations
Ensure a safe treatment environment and proper use/maintenance of therapy equipment
Participate in department performance improvement activities, in-services, and mandatory hospital training
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the Occupational Therapist license

Education and Licensure

Master's or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
Current California Occupational Therapist license in good standing (or eligible with active application)
NBCOT certification required
Current BLS certification (American Heart Association) required

Experience

New graduates welcome to apply; acute care, inpatient rehab, or SNF experience preferred
Prior experience with EMR documentation systems preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Working knowledge of occupational therapy evaluation tools, treatment modalities, and adaptive equipment
Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Effective verbal and written communication skills with patients, families, and care team members
Ability to prioritize a caseload and manage time effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment
Basic computer literacy and ability to navigate EMR/documentation systems

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting; may include assisting with patient transfers and mobility
Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. and provide physical assistance to patients as needed
Work is performed in a clinical hospital setting with potential exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, and hazardous materials; standard precautions apply
May require flexibility in scheduling, including occasional weekend or on-call coverage based on department needs.

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