Overview Founded in 1955 Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation's five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information. Occupational Therapist - Occupational Therapy Northridge Hospital Medical Center Per Diem Min 2 weekend days per month. We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality occupational therapy services to our patients including assessment treatment planning implementation and evaluation. Our ideal candidate will have excellent communication skill and the ability to work collaboratively with clients their families and other healthcare professionals. Responsibilities * Conduct thorough evaluations to determine patients' needs and goals * Develop customized treatment plans based on assessments * Provide effective occupational therapy interventions and techniques * Monitor and document patient progress * Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care * Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies and techniques for continued progress Qualifications * Current California OTR/L license * Recent graduates who are board eligible will be considered for provisional appointments. * Must have valid California Drivers License. Therapists wishing to practice in the area of advanced certification (PAMs hand swallowing) must present license with advanced competencies. * Therapists will apply & obtain CCS paneling once one year equivalent of pediatric experience is obtained. * Current AHA BLS required * Fire Safety training must be completed within 90 days of employment.