JOB SUMMARY:

Lead Occupational Therapist provides coordination, clinical mentoring, training and oversight of the department team members. Responsible for resolving operational issues. Supports the overall business plan by monitoring performance relative to established goals. Works collaboratively with the department manager and other discipline and center leaders. Independently evaluates patients through administration and interpretation of standardized tests, clinical observation, hands-on skills, and patient/family interview. Creates individualized treatment plans and home exercise programs, and provides patient/family training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree

Area of Study in a Field Related to the Position

2 Years of Experience

BLS for Health Providers (AHA)

Current NBCOT Certification: National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Current California Occupational Therapy license or eligible if licensed in another state

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA accredited program, if graduated prior to 2004

Valid California driver's license and auto insurance required, when applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Doctorate Degree (non MD)

5 Years of Experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Board certification in advanced practice (SWC, HTC, PAM)

The expected hiring range for this position is $48.03 to $66.06

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.