Search jobs > Chula Vista, CA > Occupational therapist

Occupational Therapist - Inpatient

The EW Scripps Company
Chula Vista, CA
Full-time

This is a full-time inpatient position at Scripps Mercy Chula Vista. Bonus Eligible*

Join the Scripps Health team, work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why join Scripps Health?

AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE :

  • Repeatedly recognized as one of the nation's Top 100 Places to Work by Fortune Magazine.
  • Named top 150 Best Places to Work by Beckers Hospital Review
  • Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for large and mid-size companies in 2024.
  • Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
  • No union
  • Free Parking

Our rehab team at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista is eager to welcome an acute inpatient Occupational Therapist to their tight-knit department.

This team partners closely with other rehab disciplines to provide a collaborative approach to patient care. The ideal candidate is passionate about learning and excited to make a difference in this southern San Diego community.

The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation, assessment, prognosis, treatment, and education to patients and clients through a continuum of care according to the therapist's respective licensure / registration / certification, Code of Ethics, Federal / State regulations, JCAHO / UMQC and Care Center policies and procedures.

They perform competencies as outlined in Rehabilitation Services Competency Assessment tools and demonstrate age specific care as established for area and job title.

$4K New Hire Retention Incentive : 30% at 3 months and 70% at 12 months of experience with Scripps. $3K Relocation if moving from 100+ miles.

The following are not eligible for hiring incentives :

  • Internal candidates
  • Rehires that left Scripps less than 3 years ago

In order to remain eligible for your retention incentive the following criteria must be met

  • Must remain in original hired FTE Status and Shift (if specified in offer letter)
  • Must remain in original department / specialty
  • Must remain in original Job Title
  • Transfers to other locations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus unless specifically noted in your offer letter.

Qualifications

Requirements :

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy
  • Current Occupational Therapy license in the State of California
  • Current BLS Certificate from the American Heart Association

Preferred Experience :

  • At least 2 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care setting
  • 1 day ago
Related jobs
Promoted
The EW Scripps Company
San Diego, California

Our rehab team at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista is eager to welcome an acute inpatient Occupational Therapist to their tight-knit department. The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation, assessment, prognosis, treatment, and education to patients and clients through a continuum of care accor...

Promoted
The E.W. Scripps Company
San Diego, California

Our rehab team at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista is eager to welcome an acute inpatient Occupational Therapist to their tight-knit department. The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation, assessment, prognosis, treatment, and education to patients and clients through a continuum of care accor...

Promoted
Scripps Health
San Diego, California

Benefits beyond the usual Medical, Dental, and Savings Plans such as free parking and non-union· Mental Health Benefits and Resources· Prescription Drug Coverage with zero co-pays· Growth and Promotional OpportunitiesOur rehab team at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista is eager to welcome an acute i...

Promoted
The E.W. Scripps Company
San Diego, California

Our rehab team at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista is eager to welcome an acute inpatient Occupational Therapist to their tight-knit department. The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation, assessment, prognosis, treatment, and education to patients and clients through a continuum of care accor...

Children’s Hospital of Orange County
CA, US

Licensure Minimum: Occ Therapist License - Calif Licensure Preferred: Occ Therapist - NBCOT. ...

Nealy Pierce
San Diego, California

Come work on a team of 5 Physical Therapist, 5 Physical Therapy Assistants, 5 Occupational Therapist, and 2 Speech Language Pathologist. Mentorship and training from a strong team of Occupational Therapist. We are seeking a therapist who truly cares about delivering the best patient care and they ar...

Scripps Health
Chula Vista, California

Our rehab team at Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista is eager to welcome an acute inpatient Occupational Therapist to their tight-knit department. The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation, assessment, prognosis, treatment, and education to patients and clients through a continuum of care accor...

Children’s Hospital of Orange County
CA, US

The Occupational Therapist II provides direct patient and family centered care while under the direction of the Rehabilitation Leadership Team. Required: Completion of accredited Occupational Therapy Program. Required: Basic Life Support (BLS); CA Occupational Therapy licensure. ...

Scripps Health
San Diego, California

Excellent communication between occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants . At least 2 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care setting. Diverse group of therapists with different levels of experience. Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therap...

Scripps Health
San Diego, California

Join our team as a Occupational Therapist within our Inpatient Occupational Therapy department at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla. Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of California. At least one year of experience as a Occupational Therapist in an acute...