"Low Vision Occupational Therapist (Per Diem)"

Low Vision Occupational Therapist (Per Diem)

Req ID: 123195

Location: Irvine, California

Division: School of Medicine

Department: OPHTH VISUAL SCIENCES CLINICAL

Position Type: PER DIEM

Salary Range Minimum: USD $69.87/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum: USD $69.87/Hr.

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

UCI Gavin Herbert Eye Institute is Orange County's premier eye-care provider, offering state-of-the-art ophthalmic services, ranging from routine ophthalmic evaluations to complex medical management and surgical care. Our faculty of internationally recognized physicians, surgeons and scientists provide highly specialized training to future ophthalmologists, access to leading-edge clinical trials as well as sight-saving treatments and therapies for virtually any eye disorder.

Your Role on the Team

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing high-quality evaluation, treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, and discharge planning for adults with low vision, profound vision loss/blindness, and/or neurological vision impairments. Responsibilities include evaluating clients' abilities to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), conducting home safety/environmental assessments, and providing adaptations to enhance safety, independence, and overall occupational performance. OT interventions will primarily be delivered in home and community settings.

Candidates without prior low vision experience will receive mentorship and training.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated initiative and commitment to ongoing clinical learning and growth.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Positive attitude and strong ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively with clients, families, team members, and physicians.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective observational, analytical, and teaching skills.
• Occupational Therapist (OT) - issued by the state of California.
• Post-graduate education or certification in low vision rehabilitation is preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience working with adults.
• Experience in low vision rehabilitation is preferred but not required, mentorship will be provided for the right candidate.

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks.