Occupational Therapist (OT)

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Glen Head (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Glen Head, NY is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing rehabilitation team. The OT will assess referred patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and supervise OT Assistants, ensuring high-quality patient-centered care.

The role requires an accredited OT degree, a valid license/registration, and experience in long-term or geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Must hold valid OT license and state registration.
• Oversees Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care/geriatric care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients needing rehabilitation.
• Develop and administer treatment plans with goals.
• Document patient condition and progress; write discharge summaries.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation writing

Team supervision

Geriatric care

Education

Accredited OT program

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Centerislooking for a talented and hard-working Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our ever-growing team.

Rate: UP TO $43 an hour (Based on Experience)

Occupational Therapist (OT) Responsibilities Include:

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Occupational Therapist (OT) will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Occupational Therapist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patients condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.

Occupational Therapist (OT) Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• The Occupational Therapist is responsible for overseeing and supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Shift Needs: All positions are available.

Rate: UP TO $43 an hour (Based on Experience)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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