Occupational Therapist
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Occupational Therapist
commonspirit· Rehab Services PT / OT / Speech
About this role
Where You’ll Work
Founded in 1946, Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center is a 112-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Luis Obispo, California. Serving over 150,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, orthopedics, and a family birthing center. Additionally, French Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and has achieved an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for every reporting period since 2012.
One Community. One Mission. One California
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As an Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain independence and quality of life so they can safely perform daily activities.
Every day you will assess diverse patients (orthopedic, neurological, sensory, cancer recovery, etc.), develop treatment plans, and conduct evaluations/re-evaluations. You will be expected to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, document thoroughly, and provide positive, motivating care to a high volume of patients.
To be successful in this role, you must be flexible, adaptable, exceptionally organized, and a personable, motivating team player.
Evaluates inpatients within 24 hours of physician referral, observing departmental hours of operation. Outpatient evaluation must be within 30 days from date of physician referral.
Develops effective treatment plans & obtains necessary approval for services from referring physician.
Explains treatment objectives and methods to patients & as appropriate, their families.
Communicates with department manager & other health team members as appropriate regarding patient progress, problems, status & plans.
Involved in in-service training for department & other health team members.
Records evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes & discharge summaries per policy & procedure. Also records treatment charges accurately per policy & procedure.
Actively participates with case manager to secure necessary durable equipment for patients to facilitate their functional recovery.
Job Requirements
Required
California OT License
AHA (BLS-CPR)
- Graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Occupational Therapist position at commonspirit?
The salary for this Occupational Therapist role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Occupational Therapist role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Occupational Therapist role in the Rehab Services PT / OT / Speech department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Occupational Therapist at commonspirit belong to?
This Occupational Therapist position is part of the Rehab Services PT / OT / Speech department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Occupational Therapist position at commonspirit?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to commonspirit's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Occupational Therapist job at commonspirit posted?
This Occupational Therapist position at commonspirit was posted on Oct 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Occupational Therapist
commonspirit
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