Occupational Therapist - SNF

Elderwood; North Creek (NY); On-site; USD 60,628 - 90,949; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid time off

Supportive team environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

A healthcare provider in North Creek is seeking an Occupational Therapist to enhance residents' well-being by providing high-quality therapy services. Responsibilities include evaluating treatment plans and administering therapies while ensuring compliance with care standards. Candidates must possess a New York State license and strong clinical skills. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment focused on growth and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Occupational Therapist License is required.
• Graduation from an approved school of occupational therapy is necessary.
• Experience in skilled nursing or rehab settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop individualized treatment plans for residents.
• Administer skilled occupational therapy treatments.
• Monitor and document resident progress and outcomes.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Graduation from an approved school of occupational therapy

New York State Occupational Therapist License

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Elderwood at North Creek

Salary: $44.01 - $66.02 / hour

Restore Movement. Build Confidence. Change Lives.

Position Overview

Occupational Therapy staff members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of residents by providing comprehensive, quality therapy services. This position is responsible for administering skilled occupational therapy treatments while ensuring that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

About Elderwood at North Creek

Elderwood at North Creek is an 82-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in a scenic, woodland setting near the Hudson River in the North Country. The facility provides a full continuum of care including skilled nursing, long-term care, subacute rehabilitation, and specialized therapy services. Our interdisciplinary team delivers personalized care in a warm, community-focused environment. With a bright, spacious rehab gym and state-of-the-art equipment, we offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy for both short-term and long-term residents.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop individualized treatment plans for residents
• Administer skilled occupational therapy treatments
• Monitor and document resident progress and outcomes
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members
• Educate residents and families on therapeutic techniques and care plans
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and facility standards

Qualifications

• Current New York State Occupational Therapist License (required)
• Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Experience in skilled nursing or rehab settings preferred, but not required

What We Offer

• Competitive pay (based on experience)
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k)
• Generous paid time off
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth
• Work-life balance and a mission-driven culture

Why Join Us?

At Elderwood, you’re more than just a clinician—you’re part of a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for every resident. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and delivering high-quality care, we’d love to meet you.

About the Role

• Initiates skilled occupational therapy treatments in accordance with physician’s orders; maintains required contact with physician.
• Maintains written evaluations, progress notes, MDS records and discharge summaries for individuals in occupational therapy program.
• Confers with other health care staff regarding special needs of individuals to enhance rehabilitation or maintenance of function.
• Provides input for Care Planning meetings and attends during absences of the Director of Occupational Therapy.
• Maintains statistical records of individuals’ treatments.
• Assists with in-service training programs upon request.
• Records and updates individual’s care plan.
• Submits requisition for supplies needed in the treatment of individuals to Director of Occupational Therapy.
• Assumes all duties of the Director of Occupational Therapy, if applicable, during absences including supervision of COTA’s and Occupational Therapy Aides. Assumes responsibility for all necessary documentation.

Qualifications (Role Specific)

• Graduation from an approved school of occupational therapy required.
• State license to practice occupational therapy required.
• Two years’ experience in occupational therapy preferred.
• Interest in occupational therapy treatment programs for the geriatric and subacute populations utilizing a team approach.
• Ability to direct others necessary.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
• Current, valid CPR/BLS credential
• Sense of responsibility and ability to work well with residents, families, and other staff members required.
• Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
• Ability to work with geriatric and chronically ill residents, as well as other professionals in a friendly and helpful manner necessary.
• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.