Occupational Therapist-Senior - Part-Time

Occupational Therapist-Senior - Part-Time

Recruitment #0426-RH6003-PC

Approximate Salary $46.71 - $56.77/hour Opening Date 4/7/2026 2:00:00 PM Closing Date Continuous

Employment Type

Part-Time

Analyst Drew Spruell

This recruitment is being given to fill 1 part-time position in the San Joaquin General Hospital and to establish an eligible referral pool to fill future part‑time opportunities. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

NOTE:
All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e‑mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e‑mail often for updates. If you do not have an e‑mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

• Performs occupational therapy evaluations and interprets findings.
• Plans and implements occupational therapeutic treatment for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly.
• Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional, and para-professional staff.
• Attends staff meetings and patient conferences; conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental personnel; may assist with departmental orientation of new staff.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports.
• May act as lead therapist or provides instruction to other Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants and other professional or para-professional staff; may assist in coordinating occupational therapy internship programs; may consult with supervisory staff and provide input into employee and intern evaluations.
• May assist with departmental projects.

EITHER PATTERN I

Experience:

One year of experience as an Occupational Therapist in San Joaquin County.

OR PATTERN II

Experience:

Two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed occupational therapist performing diagnostic and/or therapeutic occupational therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions.

AND FOR BOTH PATTERNS

Licenses:
Must possess and maintain a current license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy; and if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license.

Current occupational therapy theory, practices, applications, and processes; human anatomy and physiology related to treatments; basic principles of psychology and psychopathology; perceptual‑motor theory and principles; medical terminology; basic computer operations, including pertinent software; basic medical record keeping; principles of clinical supervision.

Organize and implement occupational therapy treatment programs; teach techniques of treatment in specialty areas; conduct individual and group treatment programs; interpret and adapt physician orders and/or written reports; utilize computers and office automation equipment; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; provide guidance and therapy instructions to patients; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, families, staff and others; maintain excellent customer relations;

complete accurate medical records and/or charts.

Mobility – operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; occasional bending/squatting;
Lifting – occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less, restraining, lifting/turning people;
Vision – frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and…