Occupational Therapist
Company: BoldAge PACE
Location: Fresno
Posted on: July 2, 2025
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Job Description:
Join BoldAge PACE and Make a Difference! Why work with us? A
People First Environment: We make what is important to those we
serve important to us. Make an Impact: Enhance the quality of life
for seniors. Professional Growth : Access to training and career
development. Competitive Compensation: Medical/Dental Paid Time Off
240 Hours Annually* 401K with Match Life Insurance Tuition
Reimbursement Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program
BE PART OF OUR MISSION! Are you passionate about helping older
adults live meaningful, independent lives at home with grace and
dignity? BoldAge PACE is an all-inclusive program of care,
personalized to meet the individual health and well-being needs of
our participants. Our approach is simple: We listen to our
participants and their caregivers to truly understand their needs
and desires. Occupational Therapist POSITION SUMMARY: Plans,
organizes, and implements Occupational Therapy services for PACE
participants as a member of the PACE interdisciplinary team.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to assessment;
planning, providing treatment; and teaching of participant,
caregivers or other appropriate representatives/family to maintain
participant support in the community. ESSESNTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct initial and periodic in-person
assessments to evaluate participants’ functional abilities, home
environment, and rehabilitation needs. Recommend and coordinate
adaptive equipment, home modifications, and therapy services to
promote safety and independence. Develop, implement, and revise
individualized treatment plans based on participant progress and
IDT collaboration. Deliver OT interventions across settings
including the PACE center, clinic, participants’ homes, and
contracted facilities. Educate participants and caregivers on
equipment use, home safety strategies, and ADL programs. Maintain
timely, accurate documentation of assessments, treatment, and
participant progress per regulatory and organizational standards.
Actively participate in daily IDT meetings, contributing to
comprehensive care planning and 24-hour care coordination.
Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs),
including review of care plans, co-signing documentation, and
providing ongoing mentorship. Train staff in safe OT practices and
equipment use to enhance participant care. Support quality
improvement, utilization review, and compliance initiatives.
Perform other IDT duties as needed within scope of practice and
competencies. Maintain current licensure, certifications, and
participation in ongoing professional development. EXPERIENCE AND
EDUCATION: Advanced degree in Occupational Therapy from an
accredited school of Occupational Therapy Current license to
practice Occupational Therapy in the state Two (2) years of
experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a hospital,
nursing home or community-based setting is preferable. 1 year of
experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred. If
this is not present, training on working with a frail or elderly
population will be provided upon hiring (If applicable for the
role). Competency position specific competencies for the
Occupational Therapist will be met prior to assuming participant
care. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: All Employees - Must have
reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the minimum
state required liability auto insurance. Be medically cleared for
communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before
engaging in direct participant contact. Pass a comprehensive
criminal background check that may include, but is not limited to,
federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal
history, education verification, license verification, reference
check, and drug screen BoldAge PACE provides equal employment
opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and
prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard
to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability
status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local laws. *Paid Time Off Includes
seven holidays Match begins after one year of employment Monday -
Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm 40hrs
Keywords: BoldAge PACE, Visalia , Occupational Therapist, Healthcare , Fresno, California