Occupational Therapist (OTR) Full Time

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New York, NY is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to assess referred patients and deliver direct rehabilitation services, creating individualized treatment plans aligned with physician guidance.

The OT will document patient status, set realistic goals, educate patients and families, and work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited OT program.
• Must hold a valid NY license and registration.
• Oversee and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Evaluations, progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentation.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Professionalism and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals per physician guidance.
• Document patient condition and progress; educate patients and families.
• Set realistic goals and ensure documented progress and discharge planning.
• Oversee Occupational Therapy Assistants and collaborate with the team.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Geriatric care

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Clinical excellence

Time management

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT)

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

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 patient's 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 patient's 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 NY
• 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.

Salary $37 to $45 an hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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