Occupational Therapist (OTR) Weekends

The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Town of Somers (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Weekend shift opportunities

Job summary

Paramount Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Northern Westchester County, NY is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team for weekend and full-time roles. The OT will assess patients, plan goals, and deliver direct therapy to support functional recovery in a long-term care setting.

New graduates are welcome to apply. This position offers weekend coverage, PRN options, and a collaborative, patient-centered care environment with support from a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program.
• Must hold a valid NY OT license and registration.
• Experience in long-term care and geriatric settings preferred.
• Excellent documentation and patient progress reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct OT services.
• Develop and administer treatment plans with specific goals.
• Educate patients and families and document condition and progress.
• Collaborate with all disciplines and supervise OT Assistants.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and professional conduct.

Skills

OT licensure NY

Long-term care experience

Documentation skills

Education

OT degree / equivalent

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

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.