Occupational Therapist - Rehab [Part Time]

105 Unity Hospital of Rochester; Town of Ridgeway (WI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess and restore patients’ function in outpatient physical therapy. The role emphasizes evaluation, goal-oriented treatment planning, and compassionate patient service in a part-time schedule.

Responsibilities include initial evaluations, progress documentation, and coordinating care with MDs and families, with supervision duties as assigned. Day shift in Rochester, NY.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy, bachelor's, master's, or doctorate.
• Current NYS Occupational Therapist License or limited permit.
• Compassionate, kind, and patient-focused with excellent communication and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation & development: perform a complete initial evaluation and develop treatment plans with goals.
• Documentation & communication: maintain records and coordinate with MDs and families.
• Employee development: assist supervision and training of new personnel as assigned.

Skills

Evaluation

Documentation

Communication

Education

Occupational Therapy Degree

Job description

SUMMARY As an Occupational Therapist, your strong attention to detail and excellent evaluation skills are crucial to successfully restoring or improving each patient’s optimal level of function, independence, and quality of life.

STATUS:

Part-Time

LOCATION:

Physical Therapy - Ridgeway - 2655 Ridgeway Ave, Rochester, NY 14626

DEPARTMENT:

Outpatient Physical Therapy

SCHEDULE:

Day shift, 8-hr. shift (8:30 am - 5:00 pm); Monday, Wednesday, & Friday

Position Summary:

Assesses and restores patients' function, alleviates pain, and prevents disabilities by designing, planning, and implementing medically prescribed occupational therapy interventions. Provides superior customer service by modeling the Brand Promise and Core Values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluation & Development. Perform a complete initial evaluation of referred patients using evaluation protocols, standardized tests, and clinical observations; develop and implement treatment plans, including short- and long-term goals and methods to achieve them; adjust treatment plan and goals as needed
• Documentation & Communication. Maintain complete documentation of patient evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge status; counsel and teach patients and families; coordinate care plans with other involved health professionals and discuss changes in treatment programs with MDs
• Employee Development. Assist with the supervision and guidance of new personnel, assistants, students, and volunteers as assigned; develop and conduct in-service training programs

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Occupational Therapy, bachelor's, master's, or doctorate.
• Required Licensure / Certification Skills: Current NYS Occupational Therapist License or limited permit as a Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Compassionate, kind, and patient-focused Excellent communication and customer service skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three (3) to six (6) months of previous experience preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$69,000.00 - $99,840.00 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14626

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.