Occupational Therapist (OT)

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation and Healing Center; Sunnyside (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Job summary

The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation & Healing Center is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our growing team in a fast-paced setting. You will assess patients, create and supervise rehabilitation plans, and educate families on therapy approaches.

You will document progress, collaborate with diverse professionals, and ensure high-quality patient-centered care in a long-term care environment. Ideal candidates hold an accredited OT degree and a valid state license, with preference for

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.
• Strong documentation writing skills and patient-centered approach.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient-centered treatment and care.
• Demonstrates clinical excellence and exceptional patient service.
• Reliable with scheduling, punctuality, and professional demeanor.
• Adheres to confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment programs with goals based on capacity.
• Document patient condition, progress, and discharge documentation.
• Educate patients and families in therapy methods and post-therapy care.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and coordinate with the rehab team.
• Report to Director of Rehabilitation and ensure compliance with HIPAA and rights.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Accredited OT program

State license/registration

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

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The Riverside Premier Rehabilitation & Healing Center is looking for a talented and hard-working Occupational Therapist to join our ever-growing team.

Occupational Therapist (OT) Responsibilities Include:

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.

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.

Rate: 37-45 an hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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