Occupational Therapist 2

001 University of Rochester; United States; Presencial; USD 76.000 - 103.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Rochester is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join the PMR Inpatient OT department at 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY. This full-time role involves evaluating patients, planning and implementing therapy programs, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote patient rehabilitation and independence.

저 Medication and safety protocols are observed; candidates should have an OT degree and NY licensure, plus several years of relevant experience.

Formación

• Graduation from curriculum approved by AMA/AOTA and completion of didactic and clinical work.
• 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience as an Occupational Therapist.

Responsabilidades

• Plans and carries out programs of occupational therapy for individuals based on physician evaluation to facilitate rehabilitation.
• Evaluates patients’ functional abilities and disabilities through tests, observation, and input from family, staff and physicians.
• Plans treatment programs including exercise, self-care, home management, and vocational skills to improve functioning.
• Educates patients and families in self-care, home modification, therapeutic exercise, and use of equipment.
• Communicates with the hospital team about patient progress and discharge barriers.
• Maintains patient and department records.
• Keeps current with field developments by reading and attending seminars.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Occupational therapy

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Patient education

Educación

OT degree (BA/BS or MS/MSOT)

NY Occupational Therapist license

Descripción del empleo

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500327 PMR Inpatient OT Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URCD 214

Compensation Range: $75,920.00 - $102,502.00 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

• Plans and carries out programs of occupational therapy for individuals based on the diagnosis and evaluation of the physician to facilitate rehabilitation of the mentally or physically ill patients.

Essential Functions

• Evaluates the patients’ functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others.
• Plans treatment programs of therapy involving activities such as and, exercise, functional activity, self-care tasks, home management tasks, vocational and prevocational skills to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps.
• Educates patients and families in self-care technique, home modification, therapeutic exercise and activity, use of equipment and other relevant areas important for patient functioning and wellbeing.
• Implements treatment programs of therapy involving activities such as and, exercise, functional activity, self-care tasks, home management tasks, vocational and prevocational skills to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps.
• Communication with other team members throughout the hospital related to patient progress, therapy recommendations and barriers to discharge.
• Maintains required patient and department records.
• Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Graduation form curriculum approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association and completion of both didactic and clinical work required Or equivalent combination of education and experience 3 years of progressively responsible professional work experience in an Occupational Therapist role required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Occupational Therapist-NY upon hire required

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.