Occupational Therapist - Outpatient - Fulltime Days FLEX

Cayuga Medical Center; Village of Lansing (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist to join Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY. You will evaluate patients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities and design rehabilitation programs to improve daily living skills and independence.

Collaborating with physicians, nurses and care teams, you will document progress, adjust plans as needed, and educate patients and families on strategies to maximize mobility and independence.

Qualifications

• Accredited OT bachelor's degree completed.
• New York State OT licensure required.
• Local travel may be required to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities to design therapy plans.
• Develop rehabilitation programs to improve daily living and motor skills.
• Track patient progress and adjust plans for optimal recovery.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to ensure integrated care.
• Educate patients and families on strategies to maintain independence.

Skills

Therapy evaluation

Program design

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy

Job description

About Cayuga HealthCayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility.Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.Learn more at www.cayugahealth.org .Roles and Responsibilities:Conduct thorough evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities to develop personalized therapy plans aimed at improving daily living skills and overall functionality.Design and implement customized therapy programs based on patient evaluations, focusing on rehabilitation, adaptation, and enhancing motor skills.Track and document patient progress, adjusting therapy plans as necessary to ensure optimal recovery and achievement of therapeutic goals.Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care and optimal patient outcomes.Educate patients and their families on strategies to improve independence, manage daily activities, and utilize adaptive equipment for enhanced quality of life.Required Skills and Experience:Education: Successful completion of an accredited occupational therapy Bachelors program.Licensure: NY State licensureLocation and Travel Requirements:Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., use of computer keyboard); may require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 50 lbs.), including boxes, equipment, unit-dose cassettes, and IV solutions and stooping and kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, to remove and replace items on lower shelves, and to file documents in lower file drawers); sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time (4-8 hours) is often necessary; must be able physically to operate the equipment used for the job.Location and Travel Requirements:Location: Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center - Brentwood Clinic - 10 Brentwood Dr, Suite A. Ithaca, New York 14850. Flexibility to support other area clinic locations as needed.Shift/Schedule - 40 hours per week. Anticipated schedule Full-Time Days FLEX. The 40-hour/week schedule is flexible within the clinic's operating hours: Mon - Thurs (7am-6pm), Fri (7am-4pm).Travel Requirements: 0% to 15% local travel between clinic locations may be requiredPay Range DisclosureStandard Pay Rate $70,720 to $81,120 per year, plus benefitsCayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] .