Occupational Therapist (OTR) Weekends

CareRite Centers, LLC; Butlerville (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Paramount Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking an Occupational Therapist for weekend coverage in Northern Westchester County, NY. The role includes direct patient care, treatment planning, and documenting progress within a supportive rehabilitation team.

New graduates are welcome to apply. Full-time and PRN weekend positions offer competitive hourly compensation and opportunities to work with a skilled team in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited OT program.
• Must hold a valid NY OT license/registration.
• Experience with long-term care or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Develop and administer an individualized treatment program under physician direction.
• Set realistic goals and document patient progress; educate patients and families.
• Maintain professionalism, punctuality and adherence to schedules.

Skills

Documentation writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical excellence

Punctuality & professionalism

Education

OT degree from accredited program

Job description

Occupational Therapist Weekend

FULL TIME and PRN WEEKEND POSITIONS AVAILABLE

The Paramount Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is looking for a talented and hard-working Occupational Therapist to join their ever-growing rehabilitation team. The Paramount Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, a skilled Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility for over 55 years, is nestled on more than 100 acres in Northern Westchester County, New York. The Rehabilitation Care is rendered with great clinical acumen and advanced technology. The warm and home-like atmosphere contributes to the quality of life of the Long-Term Care Community.

New graduates are welcome to apply!

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.

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, recertification, 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 $55 to $60 an hour

FULL TIME and PRN WEEKEND POSITIONS AVAILABLE

The Paramount Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.