Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy - Per Diem

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it’s just one of the many reasons we’ve achieved our six-consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence. From working with a team of premier healthcare professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll have everything you need to do something incredible—for yourself, and for others. Join us, and discover why we are #1 in California and eight years in a row on the "Best Hospitals" Honor Roll.

The Cedars-Sinai Hand Therapy Clinic works closely with hand surgeons to provide excellent and innovative care to patients with different hand injuries, from cumulative trauma to highly specialized post-operative cases, this clinic is a fast-paced environment that requires the ability to work independently.

As a Per-diem Occupational Therapist in the Cedars-Sinai Hand Therapy Clinic in Los Angeles, California, you will primarily complete evaluations, splinting and provide appropriate treatment interventions per policies. Complete required documentation in an accurate and thorough manner within expected timeframes. Utilizes validated and standardized outcome measures to establish goals, demonstrate progress and patient rehabilitation prognosis. Monitors and modifies the progress of patients assigned to assistants. Demonstrates effective communication skills with patients, families, and care team members.

The Therapist-Per Diem is considered employed on an at-will basis with no guarantee of scheduled hours. Scheduling is done based on staffing need and availability. The Therapist-Per Diem staff member is expected to be available a minimum of 16 hours per month.

Educational Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program- Minimum (Bachelors)
Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy- Preferred

License/Certification Requirements:

Occupational Therapy License California State Requirements
American Heart Association BCLS

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year experience.  Hand Therapy is highly preferred.
Good knowledge of assessment and intervention techniques in a medical and physical disabilities setting.
Able to read, write, speak and understand English.
Must be competent by virtue of training and/or experience to perform evaluations, design and implement treatment plans and provide education in a manner appropriate to the age of the patient.