Flexible Part-Time OT - Rehab & Independence

Wachusett Healthcare; Valley Cottage (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Part-time hours

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Valley Cottage, NY, seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join the rehabilitation team part-time. You will evaluate and treat residents with physical, cognitive, and functional limitations to maximize independence and quality of life.

Join a resident-centered facility that emphasizes returning residents to the highest possible level of independence, collaborates with nursing and therapy staff, and supports professional growth in a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current New York State OT license in good standing.
• Skilled nursing facility/rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PDPM and Medicare regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions.
• Assess ADLs, cognition, safety awareness, and functional mobility.
• Develop discharge recommendations and home safety plans.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in care plan meetings.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation; maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, CMS and NYS rules.
• Promote resident engagement, independence and quality of life.
• Provide clinical oversight and guidance to COTAs as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Net Health

NetSmart

Job description

Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Valley Cottage, NY, seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join the rehabilitation team part-time. You will evaluate and treat residents with physical, cognitive, and functional limitations to maximize independence and quality of life.

Join a resident-centered facility that emphasizes returning residents to the highest possible level of independence, collaborates with nursing and therapy staff, and supports professional growth in a