Occupational Therapist (OT)

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

Job summary

Glengariff Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in New York is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our rehabilitation team, providing direct patient care and developing individualized treatment plans. The role offers the chance to work closely with physicians and a multidisciplinary team.

The OT must be licensed, supervise OT assistants, and maintain thorough documentation while educating patients and families on therapy methods.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice OT in the state.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric rehabilitation is preferred.
• Strong documentation and report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and determine rehab potential.
• Establish and administer individualized treatment plans with goals.
• Document patient condition, progress, and outcomes consistently.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and supervise OT assistants.

Skills

Licensed OT

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EMR systems

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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