Occupational Therapist (part-time)

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital; City of White Plains (NY); Presencial; USD 63.000 - 76.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in White Plains, NY, is seeking an Occupational Therapist for 16 hours per week. Tasks include direct patient care, goal development, documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires NY State OT licensure and NBCOT certification, with a day shift on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30am–6:00pm. Prior OT experience preferred; new graduates considered.

Formación

• BS/MA/Doctor of Science in OT is required.
• 1-3 years experience; new graduates welcome.
• Licensed in NY and NBCOT-certified.
• Must be able to perform dependent transfers and monitor vitals.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct restorative and maintenance therapy to patients.
• Develop short- and long-term treatment goals based on evaluation results.
• Document care per facility requirements and HIPAA guidelines.
• Collaborate with OT staff, physicians and other disciplines.
• Supervise OTA’s, aides and volunteers as indicated.

Conocimientos

Dependent transfers

Vital signs monitoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Educación

BS/MA/Doctor of Science in OT

New York State OT License

NBCOT Certification

Descripción del empleo

City/State:White Plains, New YorkDepartment:Occupational Therapy OutpatientWork Shift:DayWork Days:DAYS VARYScheduled Hours:9:30 AM-6 PMScheduled Daily Hours:8 HOURSHourly Rate/Range:$46.8893-$55.3557Sign-On Bonus:n/aFor positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.Job SummaryProvides direct restorative and/or maintenance treatment of patients, carries out administrative duties associated with patient care, and contributes to department operations appropriate to the specific site.Essential FunctionsResponsible for direct patient/client care as appropriate to site. Once competency has been established:Performs standardized and non-standardized evaluations of patients/clients using standard and adapted techniques.Develops appropriate short and long term goalsDevelops treatment plans based on evaluation results that lead to achievement of goals.Provides age appropriate treatment based on evaluation results that lead to achievement of goals.Evaluates and recommends patient/client need for durable medical equipment, completes appropriate justifications, is familiar with insurance requirements.Completes documentation according to facility time frames and requirements.Correctly identifies and bills for therapy services rendered.Attends monthly staff meetings.Is aware of safety precautions and able to carry out emergency procedures.Attends and participates in in-service programs.Fabricates adaptive equipment and splints.Provides patient/client/family education and training and participates in family conferences.Responsible for 100% direct patient care at Burke Rehabilitation Hospital site.Communicates with patients/clients clearly and adjusts approach based on their needs/abilities.Contributes to efficient hospital/facility, department and team functioning.Active participant in hospital/facility, department and team problem solving and projects.Volunteers assistance where needed.Supervises OTA’s, aides and volunteer as indicated.Provides inservice training for staff as requested by supervisor.Notifies the Director/Manager of need for equipment, materials or supplies, or follows department procedure.Performs assigned department responsibilities and maintenance.Maintains a neat work area.Maintains an awareness of department issues, projects a cooperative attitude, and promotes positive problem solving.Complies with department and facility mission, values and policies.Covers for Supervisor as indicated.Participates in student training program as needed.Actively participates in the supervision process:Communicates needs to supervisor.Modifies performance in response to supervisors’ feedback.Notifies supervisor of unusual patient findings in a timely manner.Demonstrates an awareness of limitations and seeks supervision appropriately.Demonstrates the ability to translate knowledge of physical, psychosocial and cognitive-perceptual changes related to age into assessments, treatment plans and treatment modalities for pediatric, adolescent, young adult, adult and geriatric patients.Maintains annual requirements for the position:Completes assigned department orientation material.Attends clinical conferences as directed by supervisor.Participates in new staff orientation/competency assessment as necessary.Other (see career ladder)Other duties as assignedPractices Standard Precautions. Follows regulations, policies and guidelines on the prevention of infections; does not eat or drink in patient care areas.Maintains confidentiality of information; abides by HIPAA regulations.Maintains a professional image and follows Hospital’s policy on uniforms; consistently wears hospital ID.Demonstrates reliable, on-time attendance, which is an essential function of all jobs at Burke.Completes mandatory annual learning (Learning Harbor) within deadline.Personally adheres to Burke C.A.R.E.S. philosophy by demonstrating compassion, accountability, respect and exceeding expectations through service excellence.Performs other duties as directed by Department Director/Manager, Occupational Therapy and/or the site specific supervisor.QualificationsBS, MA, Doctor of Science Required1-3 years New graduate or less than 2 years of clinical experienceWorks with patients, families and interdisciplinary team including OT staff, Physicians, and other disciplinesMust be able to perform dependent assist transfersAble to monitor vital signs (HR, BP)Occupational Therapists - New York State Board of Occupational Therapy RequiredInitial Certification from NBCOT RequiredWork Schedule - 16 hours a week. Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30am-6:00pmThe Burke Rehabilitation Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Burke Rehabilitation Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.