Occupational Therapist (OT)

Mills Pond Rehab; New York (NY); On-site; USD 53,726 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

Mills Pond Rehab in New York is seeking a talented Occupational Therapist to join their team. This full-time position involves assessing referred patients for rehabilitation services, establishing treatment programs, and documenting patient progress. Applicants must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program and possess a valid state license. Experience in long-term and geriatric care is preferred. Compensation is competitive at $39-$45 per hour based on experience. Join a dedicated team focusing on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with specific goals.
• Document and record patient's condition and educate families.

Skills

Patient service skills

Documentation writing

Collaboration with disciplines

Clinical excellence

Education

Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university

Valid professional license for state of practice

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Luxor at Mills Pond Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is looking for a talented and hard-working Occupational Therapist to join our ever-growing team.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist 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 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.

Qualifications

• 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: FULL TIME

Compensation: $39-$45/hour pending experience.

An Equal Opportunity Employer