Occupational Therapist – Acute Care

Sutter Health

. Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills and general independence.

Posted 9/22/2026part-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $62 - $87 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in occupational therapy practices, including assessment and planning of rehabilitative programs, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Proficient in clinical supervision and effective communication to foster patient cooperation and independence.

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Occupational Therapy Program GraduateOT-Occupational Therapist CertificationBLS-Basic Life Support Certification2 Years Relevant ExperienceProfessional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Assessment and PlanningRehabilitative Program DevelopmentClinical SupervisionRegulatory ComplianceCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingTechnology Proficiency

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsConflict ResolutionTeamworkCustomer ServiceCommunity Relations

Certifications & Qualifications

OT-Occupational TherapistOLP-Occupational Limited PermitBLS-Basic Life Support

Industry Keywords

Vocational SkillsDaily Living SkillsPatient CareHealthcare ProvidersProfessional Practice Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills and general independence.
Gain confidence and cooperation from patients, families/support groups, and healthcare providers through competent assessment, monitoring, care, and communication.
Adhere to local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering patient care.
Provide clinical supervision of assistants and aides.
Serve as clinical instructor for assigned students.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of accredited occupational therapy program.
OT-Occupational Therapist OR OLP-Occupational Limited Permit.
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider.
2 years of recent relevant experience.
Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.
Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
Ability to work in a demanding work environment and organize multiple priorities, completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.
Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
Effective and efficient professional communication (verbal and written) skills.
Interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
Ability to retain and apply new knowledge and skills.
Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.