Occupational Therapist: Elevate Independence & Mobility

Luxe Healthcare; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Benefits Package

Excellent Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Luxe at Jupiter Rehabilitation Center seeks an Occupational Therapist to support residents’ discharge planning, focusing on IADLs and functional mobility. You will prepare clients for community reintegration and collaborate with families to ensure safe, effective discharge outcomes.

The role involves evaluating home safety needs and providing instruction on positioning and skin care, with emphasis on minimizing restraints and promoting independence.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Successful NBCOT certification (National Certification Examination).
• 1 year of verifiable, supervised professional experience within the last 3 years.
• Valid OT license in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Remediating instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) related to the patient’s discharge environment, such as preparing a meal or managing one’s home or finances.
• Training in functional mobility, such as how to prepare a meal while using an ambulatory device.
• Preparing the client and family for community reintegration (as appropriate for the client’s discharge site) with activities such as public dining or emergency response management.
• Assessing the need for and recommending potential home modifications and safety equipment to reduce barriers and promote safe functioning upon discharge.
• Instructing residents and caregivers in techniques to improve positioning, reduce the need for restraints, and maintain skin integrity.

Education

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT Certification

Job description

Luxe at Jupiter Rehabilitation Center seeks an Occupational Therapist to support residents’ discharge planning, focusing on IADLs and functional mobility. You will prepare clients for community reintegration and collaborate with families to ensure safe, effective discharge outcomes.

The role involves evaluating home safety needs and providing instruction on positioning and skin care, with emphasis on minimizing restraints and promoting independence.