Occupational Therapist (OTR L)

Wachusett Healthcare; Valley Cottage (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Part-time hours

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Valley Cottage, NY, seeks a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join the rehabilitation team part-time. You will evaluate and treat residents with physical, cognitive, and functional limitations to maximize independence and quality of life.

Join a resident-centered facility that emphasizes returning residents to the highest possible level of independence, collaborates with nursing and therapy staff, and supports professional growth in a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current New York State OT license in good standing.
• Skilled nursing facility/rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PDPM and Medicare regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions.
• Assess ADLs, cognition, safety awareness, and functional mobility.
• Develop discharge recommendations and home safety plans.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in care plan meetings.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation; maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, CMS and NYS rules.
• Promote resident engagement, independence and quality of life.
• Provide clinical oversight and guidance to COTAs as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Net Health

NetSmart

Job description

Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Valley Cottage, NY

Wachusett Healthcare is the management company operating Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center.

Tolstoy Foundation Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and resident-focused Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team on a part-time basis.

Located in the heart of Rockland County, Tolstoy is a boutique skilled nursing and rehabilitation center with a home-like atmosphere and a strong commitment to helping residents regain independence and return home whenever possible.

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents with physical, cognitive, and functional limitations to maximize independence and quality of life.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

• Flexible scheduling and part-time hours
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a smaller, resident-centered facility
• Focus on rehabilitation and returning residents to the highest possible level of independence
• Collaborative culture with nursing, therapy, and administration

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions
• Assess activities of daily living (ADLs), cognition, safety awareness, and functional mobility
• Develop discharge recommendations and home safety plans
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team
• Participate in care plan meetings
• Complete accurate and timely documentationMaintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, CMS, and New York State regulations
• Promote resident engagement, independence, and quality of life
• COTA supervision: Provide clinical oversight and guidance to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as needed

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current New York State Occupational Therapist license in good standing
• Skilled nursing facility and/or rehabilitation experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Experience with PointClickCare (PCC), Net Health, NetSmart, or similar therapy documentation systems preferred
• Knowledge of PDPM, Medicare regulations, and current post-acute care trends preferred

Schedule

• Part-time
• Flexible scheduling available
• Additional hours may be available based on census and facility needs

Join a team where your clinical expertise is valued and where you can truly make a difference in the lives of the residents we serve.