Occupational Therapist (OT)

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Searingtown (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a talented Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team. The OT will assess patients, establish treatment plans, and supervise OT assistants while collaborating with other disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes documentation, compliance, and education for patients and families, with all duties aligned under the Director of Rehabilitation in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited OT program.
• Valid OT license/registration in state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care/geriatric care preferred.
• Ability to supervise OT Assistants.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Collaborate with disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients for rehabilitation needs and plan treatment.
• Establish and administer an OT treatment program with goals.
• Document patient condition and progress, educate patients and families.
• Coordinate with physicians and other disciplines for comprehensive care.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

OT degree from accredited program

State licensure/registration

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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