Occupational Therapist: Restore Independence & Function

Oswego Health; City of Fulton (NY); On-site; USD 50 - 75; Full time

Job summary

Oswego Health in Fulton, NY is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide patient-centered care across various settings. You will review referrals, develop treatment plans, and help patients regain daily living and work skills.

The role requires a state license, 2+ years of OT experience, and strong cognitive skills to support rehabilitation and safety adaptations for home and daily activities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program
• Current Occupational Therapist license, in good standing with the State licensing board
• Minimum of two (2) years OT experience, preferably in corresponding setting
• Cognitive skills as related to the position

Responsibilities

• Reviews physician's referral (prescription) and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required
• Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data
• Helps patient to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills
• Aids patients in improving their basic motor functions and reasoning abilities
• Assists patients in performing all types of activities, ranging from using a computer to caring for daily needs, such as dressing, cooking and eating
• Incorporates physical exercises to increase patients’ strength and dexterity
• Uses available resources to help patients improve decision‑making, abstract reasoning, problem solving, perceptual skills, memory, sequencing and coordination
• Instructs patients with permanent disabilities in the use of adaptive equipment (e.g. wheelchairs, orthotics)
• Designs or makes special and adaptive equipment needed at home
• Assesses patients’ home for hazards, recommends restorative or safety adaptations
• Provides guidance to family members and caregivers in safe and effective methods of caring for individuals
• Evaluates patients’ progress and prepares reports that detail progress
• Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enters information into medical record.
• Performs other position‑related duties as assigned
• Reviews and adheres to all Company policies and procedures and the Employee Handbook
• Complete required orientation as directed by CHHA
• Follow agency and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment
• Respect cultural and religious practices of patients
• Uphold HIPAA regulations
• Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts

Job description

Oswego Health in Fulton, NY is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide patient-centered care across various settings. You will review referrals, develop treatment plans, and help patients regain daily living and work skills.

The role requires a state license, 2+ years of OT experience, and strong cognitive skills to support rehabilitation and safety adaptations for home and daily activities.