Occupational Therapist (OT) Per Diem

CareRite Centers, LLC; Saint James (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CareRite Centers, LLC seeks an Occupational Therapist to assess and treat patients in a geriatric long-term care setting. You will lead treatment plans, document progress, and educate families under physician direction.

The role requires an OT license, supervision of assistants, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. Full-time, per diem shift with $55/hour compensation.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Document patient condition and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Adhere to confidentiality and professional standards.

Skills

Documentation writing

Geriatric care

Patient assessment

Supervision

Education

OT degree (MOT/OT)

Licensed OT

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 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.

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: FULL TIME

Compensation: $55/hour Per Diem

An Equal Opportunity Employer