Occupational Therapist (OT)

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Town of Pelham (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing team in New York. The OT will assess patients, develop and administer tailored treatment plans, and document progress under physician direction.

The role requires an accredited OT program, current licensure, and the ability to supervise assistants. Experience in long-term or geriatric care is preferred; strong documentation and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Licensed and registered to practice OT in the state.
• Experience supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants preferred.
• Experience with long-term care/geriatric patients preferred.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care and determine rehabilitation potential.
• Establish and administer treatment plans with goals.
• Document patient condition and progress; educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Direct patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Ages: geriatric

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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